Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club

Charity & Community Events

Bringing people together for something that matters

Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club has always been about more than boats.

It’s a community of people, and our clubhouse provides a wonderful setting for other communities to come together too.

From fundraising lunches and charity events to community gatherings, presentations and special occasions, we can provide a welcoming waterside setting for events designed to bring people together around a shared purpose.

Fundraising events

A good fundraising event needs people to want to be there.

Food, conversation and a great setting can turn a simple gathering into an occasion — and give people another reason to support what you’re doing.

If you’re organising an event for a charity, community group or good cause, talk to us about what you have in mind.

We’ll help you explore what might work within our spaces and how food and hospitality could become part of the event.

Community gatherings

Sometimes you don’t need anything elaborate.

You simply need somewhere people can meet.

Our spaces can be used for a range of community gatherings and group events, whether you’re bringing people together to talk, learn, celebrate, raise awareness or simply spend time with one another.

The atmosphere at Felixstowe Ferry is naturally informal, helping create the kind of event where people can relax and actually talk to each other.

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Food and hospitality

Our Thyme & Tide restaurant and bar team can help with food and refreshments for your event.

Depending on what you’re organising, that might be something simple or a larger meal around which the event is built.

Tell us about your audience, timings and what you’re hoping to achieve and we can discuss the options with you.

A community within a community

As a sailing club, we understand the importance of the people who give their time, enthusiasm and energy to make things happen.

That’s why we’re always happy to hear from local organisations and groups looking for somewhere to bring people together.

We may not be right for every event, but a conversation costs nothing.

Tell us what you’re planning

If you’re organising a charity or community event, get in touch and tell us about it.

Let us know what you’re raising money or awareness for, approximately how many people you’re expecting and the type of event you’re imagining.

Then let’s see what we can do.

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Plan Your Visit

Everything you need to know about eating, celebrating or holding an event at Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club from opening times and bookings to dietary requirements, finding us and planning something special.

  • Wednesday evening
    18:00 to 22:00
    Members and guests only.

    Saturday lunchtime
    12:00 to 15:00
    Members, guests and the public.

    Sunday lunchtime
    12:00 to 16:00
    Members, guests and the public

    Opening times and menus can vary around special events and the sailing calendar, so please check our latest information before travelling.

  • Booking is strongly recommended, particularly for Sunday lunch.

    VISIT OUR BOOKING PORTAL

    To enquire about booking the venue for your special occasion email bar@ffsc.co.uk or telephone: 07435 697318 or 01394 283785.

  • Non-members are very welcome to dine with us at weekends. You don’t have to be a sailor to eat at Thyme & Tide either.

    The restaurant welcomes everyone on Saturdays and Sundays, while Wednesday evening dining is available to Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club members and their guests.

    Club members also receive a discount on food and drink.

  • Our menus change regularly, allowing the kitchen team to make the most of the season and keep things interesting for our regular diners.

    Our latest menus and special dining events are available here and shared through the Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club social channels.

    Sunday is home to our popular Best Roast nearest to the Coast, with a choice of starters, mains and desserts.

  • We want everyone to be able to enjoy eating with us.

    We can accommodate a range of dietary requirements, including vegetarian options and other special dietary needs. Please tell us about any allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements when you book, so that the team can discuss what is available and prepare appropriately.

    If you have a serious food allergy, please speak directly to the team before ordering.

  • You’ll find us in a rather special spot at Felixstowe Ferry, overlooking the River Deben, Bawdsey and the North Sea.

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    The Ferry
    Felixstowe
    Suffolk
    IP11 9RZ

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    Allow yourself a little time to enjoy the view when you arrive, it’s very much part of the experience. You may park for free in our carpark.

  • If you or one of your guests has particular accessibility requirements, please contact us before your visit.

    We would much rather have a conversation beforehand and make sure we understand what you need.

  • Families are very welcome.

    Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club is a community club, and Thyme & Tide is part of that community. If you’re bringing younger children or have particular requirements, simply let the team know when booking.

Elegant banquet hall with tables set for a meal, featuring white tablecloths, floral centerpieces, wine bottles, wine glasses, and place settings, overlooking a body of water through large windows.

Let’s talk about your plans

Planning something at Felixstowe Ferry? We’d love to hear from you.

Tell us a little about what you have in mind using the form below, and our team will be in touch to discuss the possibilities.

  • The setting was absolutely beautiful. We wanted somewhere relaxed where our families could actually spend time together, and having the river right outside made the whole day feel incredibly special.

    Sarah & James — Wedding Reception

  • The team made a difficult day so much easier for us. Everything was taken care of quietly and thoughtfully, which meant we could simply concentrate on being with family and friends.

    Helen M. — Celebration of Life

  • We booked the club for my husband’s 60th and it was exactly what we’d hoped for — great food, a brilliant atmosphere and plenty of space for everyone to catch up. The views were a huge bonus!

    Rachel T. — Birthday Celebration

  • We held our team day here and it made such a change from a hotel meeting room. We got everything we needed to get done, had a really good lunch and being able to step outside beside the water completely changed the feel of the day.

    David P. — Company Away Day

  • From our first conversation to the day itself, everything felt easy and personal. Nothing felt like a standard package — the team listened to what we wanted and helped us create something that genuinely felt like ours.

    Emma & Tom — Private Celebration