Community centre
Stowmarket Community Centre
Hillside, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 2BD
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Details last checked 17 days ago
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Exterior of Stowmarket Community Centre, with its entrance and access ramp
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- Hire price
- £9–£23.50per hour
- Room capacity
- 80Main Hall · varies by setup
- Listed spaces
- 7named spaces for hire
- Kitchen
- Warming kitchenfor catering
Hire from
£9per hour
Up to £23.50, depending on the room and occasion
- Gipping Room (small office room) — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00£9
- Gipping Room (small office room) — Monday to Friday, from 16:00£10
- Small part of the Main Hall (Hall room) — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00£10.50
- Milton Room — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00£11.50
- Room capacity
- Up to 80
- Main Hall · varies by setup
- Spaces
- 7 listed
Prices as published by the venue, checked 17 days ago. Confirm with them before you book.
About this venue
Stowmarket Community Centre on Hillside is run by Stowmarket Town Council and offers spaces for meetings, classes, community activities and children’s parties. Its Main Hall can be divided into two sections or linked with the Gainsborough Room. Other named spaces include the Milton, Munton and Fison, Constable and Gipping rooms, plus a separately bookable kitchen. Facilities include free parking, Wi-Fi, wheelchair ramps, accessible toilets and baby changing. The whole Main Hall has a published capacity of up to 80 people; its small and large sections accommodate up to 30 and 50 respectively. Milton, Munton and Fison, Constable and Gainsborough rooms each accommodate up to 30. Capacities depend on the setup. Hire rates exclude VAT and bookings have a two-hour minimum. Children’s party celebrations are for children aged 12 and under with adult supervision, with a compulsory 10% insurance charge added to party hire.
Facilities
Catering & space
- Kitchen availableYes
- Bar on siteNot confirmed
- Tables and chairs includedYes
- StageNot confirmed
- Garden or outdoor spaceNot confirmed
Access & accessibility
- On-site parkingYes
- Step-free accessYes
- ToiletsYes
- Accessible toiletYes
Permissions & licensing
- Alcohol allowedNot confirmed
- Amplified music allowedNot confirmed
- Late licence availableNot confirmed
- Bouncy castles allowedNot confirmed
- Dog friendlyNot confirmed
Connectivity & extras
- Wi-FiYes
- Projector or screenNot confirmed
Also features
- Baby changing
- Secure bicycle storage
- Gym mats
- Flipcharts
- Divisible Main Hall
Good for
- Kids' parties
- Meetings
- Classes & courses
- Community events
- Conferences
- Fitness & yoga
Rooms and pricing
Hire rates and the spaces you can book.
Main Hall
- Whole hall: up to 80 people
- Small section: up to 30 people
- Large section: up to 50 people
- Capacity depends on setup
Main Hall (whole) — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£16.50 per hour
Main Hall (whole) — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£17.50 per hour
Main Hall (whole) — Saturday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£21 per hour
Main Hall (whole) — Sunday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£23.50 per hour
Large part of the Main Hall — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£12.50 per hour
Large part of the Main Hall — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£13.50 per hour
Large part of the Main Hall — Saturday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£15 per hour
Small part of the Main Hall (Hall room) — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£10.50 per hour
Small part of the Main Hall (Hall room) — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£11.50 per hour
Gainsborough Room
- Kitchen serving hatch
- Wall suitable for projection
- Up to 30 people, depending on setup
Gainsborough Room — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£12.50 per hour
Gainsborough Room — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£13.50 per hour
Gainsborough Room — Saturday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£15 per hour
Gainsborough Room — Sunday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£17.50 per hour
Milton Room
- Wooden floor
- Natural light
- Access to kitchen and reception
- Up to 30 people, depending on setup
Milton Room — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£11.50 per hour
Milton Room — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£12.50 per hour
Milton Room — Saturday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£14 per hour
Milton Room — Sunday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£16.50 per hour
Munton and Fison Room
- Own kitchenette
- Comfortable chairs
- Up to 30 people, depending on setup
Munton and Fison Room — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£12.50 per hour
Munton and Fison Room — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£13.50 per hour
Munton and Fison Room — Saturday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£15 per hour
Munton and Fison Room — Sunday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£17.50 per hour
Constable Room
- Up to 30 people, depending on setup
Constable Room — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£12.50 per hour
Constable Room — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£13.50 per hour
Constable Room — Saturday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£15 per hour
Constable Room — Sunday
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£17.50 per hour
Gipping Room
Gipping Room (small office room) — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£9 per hour
Gipping Room (small office room) — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
Standardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Room hire includes centre facilities and kitchen access for refreshments.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£10 per hour
Deposits and other charges
These are separate from room and venue hire rates.
Kitchen — Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
KitchenStandardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Separate kitchen hire is on request.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£10.50 per hour
Kitchen — Monday to Friday, from 16:00
KitchenStandardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Separate kitchen hire is on request.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£11.50 per hour
Kitchen — Saturday
KitchenStandardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Separate kitchen hire is on request.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£13.50 per hour
Kitchen — Sunday
KitchenStandardmin 2 hours
Effective from 1 April 2026. Exclusive of VAT, which is added separately. Minimum hire: 2 hours. Separate kitchen hire is on request.
Source: stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk£15.50 per hour
Other spaces
- Kitchen
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Sources & checks
Last checked 28 October 2026
Information taken from stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk, stowmarkettowncouncil.gov.uk, Venue manager confirmation — 28 October 2026, OpenStreetMap — Stowmarket Community Centre building.
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