Felixstowe Ferry Sailing club
Weddings
A wonderfully different place to celebrate
There are few settings quite like Felixstowe Ferry.
Sitting at the mouth of the River Deben, with views across the water towards Bawdsey and the North Sea, Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club offers a relaxed and characterful setting for your wedding breakfast and celebrations following the ceremony.
This isn’t a conventional wedding reception venue, and that’s rather the point.
If you’re looking for somewhere personal, informal and memorable to celebrate after saying your vows, with good food, wonderful views and the freedom to create an occasion that feels like you, we’d love to talk.
Your celebration, your way
Not every wedding reception needs a ballroom, a package and a rigid timetable.
We can host wedding breakfasts, receptions and smaller celebrations for couples looking for something a little more individual.
Whether you’re planning a relaxed meal with your closest family and friends or a bigger gathering after the ceremony, we’ll work with you to understand what you have in mind and how our spaces could work for you.
The sailing club itself provides a wonderful backdrop, while Felixstowe Ferry gives you the beach, boats, river and huge Suffolk skies for photographs just outside the door.
Food worth celebrating over
Food is an important part of any wedding celebration.
Our Thyme & Tide team can work with you to create a wedding breakfast or reception menu that suits the occasion, your guests and the style of celebration you’re planning.
From a relaxed buffet to a sit-down wedding breakfast, we’ll talk through the possibilities with you rather than trying to fit your celebration into a standard formula.
And, of course, there’s a fully stocked bar for the toasts.
A setting people remember
One of the loveliest things about holding your wedding reception at Felixstowe Ferry is that the setting does so much of the work for you.
The River Deben changes throughout the day. Boats come and go. The light moves across the water. As evening arrives, the Ferry takes on a completely different atmosphere.
It’s unmistakably Suffolk and wonderfully informal.
For couples who want their wedding celebrations to feel like a gathering of the people they love rather than an event being processed through a wedding machine, it can be something very special.
Let’s talk about your Celebration
Every wedding is different, so the best place to start is a conversation.
Tell us roughly what you’re planning for after the ceremony, how many people you’re hoping to invite and what matters most to you.
We’ll talk you through the spaces, wedding breakfast options, food and drink and what’s possible at Felixstowe Ferry.
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.
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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 publicOpening times and menus can vary around special events and the sailing calendar, so please check our latest information before travelling.
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Booking is strongly recommended, particularly for Sunday lunch.
To enquire about booking the venue for your special occasion email bar@ffsc.co.uk or telephone: 07435 697318 or 01394 283785.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
a stunning waterside setting for your wedding celebration
With breathtaking views across the river and out to sea, our welcoming venue provides a beautiful backdrop for bringing family and friends together. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, the peaceful surroundings make every occasion feel special.