Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club

Meetings & Corporate Events

Get out of the office and give people space to think

Sometimes changing where you meet changes the meeting.

Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club offers businesses and organisations a refreshingly different setting for meetings, workshops, training sessions, away days and corporate gatherings.

Situated beside the River Deben at Felixstowe Ferry, it’s a world away from the usual hotel conference room — while still giving you a practical place to bring people together and get things done.

Meetings, workshops and training

Our spaces can accommodate a range of business and organisational activities, including meetings, presentations, workshops and training sessions.

The separate Riverside building also provides another option for groups looking for a dedicated space away from the main clubhouse and restaurant.

Tell us what you’re trying to achieve, the number of people attending and how you’d like the day to work, and we’ll help you identify the most appropriate option.

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Away days that actually feel away

If you’re taking people out of their normal working environment, it should feel different.

Felixstowe Ferry gives you water, open skies and space to step outside between conversations.

That can make it particularly suited to planning days, team sessions, strategy meetings and workshops where you want people to stop thinking about the next email and concentrate on what’s happening in the room.

And if a walk beside the Deben helps unlock the answer, even better.

Food, coffee and conversation

Our Thyme & Tide team can provide food and refreshments around your meeting or event.

That might mean keeping everyone supplied with tea and coffee, arranging lunch as part of the day or finishing your session with food and drinks together.

We can also discuss dietary requirements with you when you’re planning your booking.

Networking & business events

The club can also provide an unusual setting for networking events, talks, presentations and other business gatherings.

Rather than simply hiring a room, talk to us about what you’re trying to create.

We’ll help you think through the space, hospitality and practical arrangements so you can concentrate on bringing the right people together.

Bring your next meeting to the Ferry

Tell us what you’re planning, approximately how many people will be attending and what you’ll need from the space.

We’ll talk you through the options and help you decide whether Felixstowe Ferry is right for your event.

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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.

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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