Updated 18th April 2024
A FREE weekend of music, verse and film
Station House celebrates the 165th anniversary of the East Suffolk Railway
The East Suffolk Railway and its stations were opened on 1st June 1859. This was the section of railway that joined Halesworth to Woodbridge, to link Lowestoft to Ipswich along the mainline, and Framlingham, Snape, Leiston, and eventually Aldebrugh, along its branch lines. The rest, as they say, is history, but it is also our heritage.
Download our Poetry Challenge information pack
Updated 18th April 2024
FREE to enter and open to all ages
Our poetry Challenge is part of a weekend of celebrations at Station House, including an exhibition of your railway-inspired poetry, and two afternoon readings, to celebrate the 165th anniversary of the East Suffolk Railway (see sister poster).
Download our Poetry Challenge information pack
Celebrating our 6th Birthday
Live music by local young musicians
Cream teas, iced-coffee and usual Station House fare
Updated 6th April 2023
We are so very grateful to everyone for supporting the Station House.
Please note our opening hours over Easter and the May bank Holidays.
Updated 13th December 2022
We are so very grateful to everyone for supporting the Station House this last year and wish you all a very happy Christmas.
Please note our opening hours over the next few weeks.
Updated 7th December 2022
Carols by Lamplight on Saturday 17th December
4-5pm at Station House
Join us and the Station House Strummers under our Christmas trees
Everyone is welcome to join in or listen; enjoy mince pies and hot punch.
Updated 7th December 2022
Crude's special Christmas blend is available to order from Station House! £9.50 per 250gm bag (makes roughly 15 cups). Order as beans or ground for espresso, cafetière or filter coffee. Order and pay at Station House by Sunday 11th December and your coffee will be available to collect from Station House between Wednesday 14th - Tuesday 20th December.
Updated 28th November 2022
Felicity is a local Suffolk artist specialising in acrylics. She is exhibiting five paintings in the Easterling Room at the Station House from 29th November - 11th December. Please phone 07856 810828 to check exhibition viewing hours as the Easterling Room is also sometimes booked for meetings. Station House opening hours are Mon-Fri 7.30am-4.00pm Sat-Sun 8.00am-4.00pm.
Updated 16th September 2022
The Station House and cafe will be closed on Monday 19th September
We will re-open as normal on Tuesday 20th.
Updated 21st June 2022
The Station House cafe will close at 12noon on Saturday 25th June, so that we can prepare for a birthday party to celebrate five years since opening as a community venue
You are very welcome to join us. Please see invitation below.
Updated 21st June 2022
We would be delighted if you could join us on Saturday 25th June, 2.30 for 3.00pm, to take part in a Station House photocall. We are hoping for as many supporters as possible, to create an historic record for the Station House. Parking has been made available at the Auction Centre, by kind permission of Clarke & Simpson, just a 3-minute walk from the Station House. Please park as near to the main gate as possible, then follow the pavement around to the Station House, or walk across the green, if the smaller gate is open.
Dress: as you wish, cycling or walking gear welcome!
RSVP: rosamund@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk
07856 810828.
Updated 11th April 2022
Our Easter opening hours are as follows:
Friday 15th Open
Saturday 16th Closed
Sunday 17th Closed
Monday 18th Open
We wish you a very Happy Easter.
Updated 3rd March 2022
We have a vacancy for a conscientious cleaner for up to 3hrs light cleaning duties, spread across the week. The hours to be flexible, possibly a mixture of daytime and evening work, to fit around Station House activities and to suit the applicant.
Please speak to Rosamund in the cafe or call 07856 810828 for further information or a pre-application visit. To apply please email rosamund@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk with contact details and a short letter giving your reason for applying and any previous experience or employment history you may have.
Deadline for applications 13th March.
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Updated 19 December 2021
We are so very grateful to everyone for supporting the Station House this last year and wish you all a very happy Christmas.
Please note our opening hours over the next few weeks.
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Updated 7 October 2021
Station House Community Connections is a charitable community benefit society, currently comprising 36 members. On Sunday 10 October, we will be holding our AGM and Members' Day.
We'll be back with you on Monday 11th as normal!
If you would like to learn more about becoming a member and supporting the Station House, please contact Steve Yelland, our Membership Secretary stevey@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk
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Updated 18 December 2020
We are so very grateful to everyone for supporting the Station House through both lockdowns and in-between, and hope that you too feel supported in some way through our window!
Whatever your plans, we all wish you a safe Christmas.
Updated 10 November 2020
... but don't forget our whole cakes made to order (54 during the first lockdown)...
Phone us on 07856 810828
Take care and stay safe
Updated 8 May 2020
Delicious eaten fresh on the day of baking without further heating, but just as good the next day lightly warmed in the oven. I cut croissants in half and lightly brown in the toaster - it takes seconds!
Order before 8pm for next day collection at the Station House.
Croissant £1.50
Pain au chocolat £1.60
Pain aux raisins £1.70
Email rosamund@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk
Phone us on 07856 810828
Updated 8 May 2020
If homeworking is necessary but slow broadband is letting you down, the Station House is now set up to offer quiet space for essential quality broadband & WiFi by appointment, 8am-6pm:
3 free individual desks in the Easterling Room on the ground floor, fully compliant with social distancing rules
2 private rooms on the first floor subject to our standard rates (Stowe Room & Thompson Suite)
Email rosamund@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk
Phone us on 07856 810828
Book online www.stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk/bookaspace
Updated 8 May 2020
Step-back-to-reach-out is our new motto.... All set for our take-away service 8-4 today. Now what cake should we make? The Station House cafe has adapted inside and out to be able to continue a take-away service. Please knock at the window. Sadly, the toilets are no longer for public use. Please browse our take-away menu below...
Updated 8 May 2020
Step-back-to-reach-out is our new motto.... the Station House cafe has adapted inside and out to be able to continue a take-away service. Please knock at the window. Sadly, the toilets are no longer for public use. Please browse our take-away menu to the right...
Updated 8 May 2020
.... the Station House remains open for take-away service and comfort for anyone in need. Fancy ordering a whole cake?
Updated 8 May 2020
.... the Station House remains open for take-away service and comfort for anyone in need.
Posted 18 March 2020
.... the Station House remains open for business and comfort for anyone in need
Posted 18 March 2020
.... the Station House remains open for business and comfort for anyone in need
Posted 16 Jan 2020
Calling all knitters (or wannabe knitters) interested in speedy, sustainable fashion made in Suffolk! Dust down your machine or cast on for the first time ever and join the fashion revolution in Campsea Ashe!
More and more people are concerned about the human and environmental cost of clothes production and our throwaway culture. So, this year, make a difference and start to change the world by one jumper at a time!
Meeting at 2-4pm every Wednesday, our domestic knitting machines offer the opportunity for YOU to make a unique sweater with control of the yarn and style. If you’re unsure of anything, Debbie, the knitting guru will guide you!
We supply machines, yarn and guidance all for £5 a week to get you started. Join our friendly group for inspiration, support and fun!
Deborah 07903 893779 deborahireland@gmail.com
Posted 16 Jan 2020
Artdog was founded in 2001 by Pippa Graber and represents artists from across the country and Europe. There is a strong emphasis on contemporary abstract painting and photo-realism
Pippa brings together the following artists at the Station House from 31st January - 2nd February:
Emma Green, Kate Felton, Delia Tournay-Godfrey, Claudia de Vilafames, Bill Jackson, Zoe Rubens, Peter McCarthy and Michael Woods.
ENJOY CONTEMPORARY ART IN A MOST UNUSUAL SETTING!
Posted 16 Dec 2019
Creative movement and music for 1-4 year olds and their parent/carers running fortnightly with dance artist and teacher, Anna Rowe. "Perfect balance of calm, fun, excitement, direction and freedom." Phone 07856 810828 to book for the new term: 10-11am on Mondays 15th, 29th January, 12th, 26th February, 4th, 18th March, 1st April 2020. £5 per child, £3 siblings. Book 7 sessions for the price of 6!
Posted 16 Dec 2019
A happy Christmas to everyone from the Station House! We are celebrating on Sunday 22nd December, 11am-4pm! Everyone is welcome to drop by, enjoy a glass of hot punch, mince pies and maybe sing a carol or two.
Posted 20 Oct 2019
Artdog was founded in 2001 by Pippa Graber and represents artists from across the country and Europe. There is a strong emphasis on contemporary abstract painting and photo-realism
Pippa brings together the following artists at the Station House from 15th-17th November:
Emma Green, Kate Felton, Delia Tournay-Godfrey, Claudia de Vilafames, Bill Jackson, Zoe Rubens, Peter McCarthy and Michael Woods.
Launch party on Friday 15th 5.00-8.30pm
ENJOY CONTEMPORARY ART IN A MOST UNUSUAL SETTING!
Posted 20 Oct 2019
Learn how to make woolly welly cuffs by hand or machine, adult and child sizes. Knitters of all abilities welcome (including beginners)
All equipment and materials provided
Course begins Wednesday 30 October 6.30-8.30pm and runs for 6 weeks. £5 per week includes all materials.
By the end you'll have learnt about knitting in the round; reading a pattern; machine knitting; punch card patterning; designing your own; managing floats.
For information and booking call Debbie on 07903 893779
Posted 20 Oct 2019
Having always followed a keen fitness regime, completing several Marathons, Melissa was introduced to Pilates several years ago following a sporting injury and soon realised the huge benefits. She soon became fascinated about how it made her whole body move better and decided to train to be an instructor and pass on the benefits she felt, which are endless.
Whatever your age or ability, Melissa looks forward to sharing this life affirming journey with you.
COME AND JOIN ME
10.15-11.15 Tuesday mornings mixed abilities
PLEASE CALL ON 07917 182090 or visit my website www.melissaembletonpilates.co.uk
Posted 12 Sept 2019
Creative movement and music for 1-4yr olds with parent or carer
Fortnightly on Wednesdays, 10-11am
Autumn term:
18 September
2, 16, 30 October
13, 27 November
11 December
£5 per child
£3 per sibling
Siblings under 12 months free
Book 7 classes for the price of 6
Parking opposite if space allows or we have unrestricted parking at Clarke & Simpson's auction centre (by kind permission) Booking and further information contact Rosamund on 07856 810828 rosamund@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk
Posted 4 July 2018
Returning to work? Need to brush up on your IT skills?
Discovering Excel 10 July or 24 July, 9.30am-12.30pm
Excel - Beyond the Basics 17 July 9.30am-12.30pm
Creating effective presentations using Powerpoint 11 July or 25 July, 9.30am-4.30pm
Half-day courses £55
Full-day courses £100
Contact Jenny Labbett Computer Services on 01728 747126 or mail@jennylabbett.co.uk.
Posted 4 July 2018
Artists' exhibition space for hire on a daily or weekly basis in the Easterling Room
Wall hanging space for +/- 9 works at £5 per day plus 10% commission on direct sales. A great opportunity to show work when the room is open to the public or being used for meetings or other events.
Weekly hire for exclusive use as a gallery space £420 plus 10% commission on direct sales
Two additional half-days included for hanging and striking
Evening private view by arrangement £25
Call by or telephone to discuss: 07856 810828.
Posted 25 May 2018
If you are aged between 40-74, come for a free NHS Health at the Station House, organised by OneLife Suffolk, on Friday 8th June or Friday 13th July.
10.30am-4.30pm
Please book in advance on 01473 718193.
Posted 25 May 2018
Come and have a look around and help us launch the new Garden Cafe and Railway History Club. Anyone with an interest in researching, sharing knowledge, or learning about the history of the East Suffolk Railway, is very welcome. Bob will be giving history talks at 11.30am and 2.30pm on both days.
Overspill parking is available at the Village Hall and Church car parks by kind permission
Photograph Wickham Market Station circa 1901 courtesy of Great Eastern Railway Society (GERS).
Posted 25 May 2018
An unveiling ceremony is taking place at the Station House for a National Railway Heritage Award on 1st June at 11.15am. Our Guest of Honour is Fred Garner, Rail Sector Director at Taylor Woodrow and official sponsor of the award. Station House funders, donors and Society members will be amongst the guests. Matthew Applegate, founder of the Creative Computing Club will also be on hand to talk about the coding club that meets weekly at the Station House .
Posted 25 May 2018
A selection of works by Allan Williams is on exhibition in the Easterling Room.
Monday - Friday 6am-6pm
Saturday 6.30am-6pm
Sunday 8.30am-6pm
The Easterling is subject to occasional bookings for meetings, so please ring 07856 810828 to check availability.
Additional parking available opposite church just a 3-minute walk.
Posted 4 March 2018
Create your own floral centre-piece with Jacinth Duncan
Wednesday 28 March
10am-12noon
£39 (including materials)
Advance booking required
Contact Jacinth on 07904 130343 or email jacinth_duncan@hotmail.com
Singing, music and movement for pre-school children and their parents or carers
Every Monday during term-time starting 19th February with free taster session
9.45-10.30am: 3-4 year olds
11.00-11.45am: 1-2 year olds
£3.50 per child / £2.00 per additional sibling. Maximum 3 children to 1 adult
Pay on the day but please book in advance by contacting the Station House on 07856 810828 or email rosamund@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk
Please use car park opposite St John's Church just 3-minute walk, by kind permission. The Station House has sheltered buggy parking.
Creative craft workshops offered exclusively to those living with, recovering from, or caring for someone with cancer.
Last Friday of each month
Friday 23 February: card making - stunning, simple designs.
Cost £8 to include most materials. To book phone Jane on 01728 746012 or email jaen1058@gmail.com
Every Wednesday 2-4pm
No advance booking required
£2 per person
Bring your knitting, or wool and needles if you are stuck for ideas, as some patterns will be available,
For enquiries please call Jenny Marett on 01728 748245 or email rosamund@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk
Refreshments available
Please park in the auction centre car park just 2-3 minutes walk, by kind permission.
For all ages. No booking required
2-4pm every 1st Thursday of the month
£2 per person
Please bring scrabble sets. Other games such as bananagrams, chess and cribbage also welcome.
For enquiries, please call Ruth Redgrave on 01728 748067 or email rosamund@stationhousecampseaashe.co.uk
Refreshments available.
2nd series:
Friday 12 January, 9 February, 9 March, 13 April
Starting and finishing at the Station House
Meet 10.15am for 60-90minute walk, grade 2/4
No advance booking required
New monthly workshop offering craft classes exclusively to those living with, recovering from or caring for someone with cancer.
Last Friday of each month 1.30pm-3.30pm
Friday 26th January: cardmaking - teabag folding and toppers
Cost: £8.00 to include most materials
To book email Jane at jaen1058@gmail.com or phone 01728 746012
Workshop on Saturday 10th February, 10am - 3.15pm
Cost is £69, including lunch and ferment
Booking essential
Contact: Trish Dent tel 01986 780939
Station House Community Connections received the Taylor Woodrow Partnership Award in a ceremony for the National Railway Heritage Awards at Merchant Taylors’ Hall in London on 6th December. It was awarded for the restoration work and improvements to the Station House and presented by the Director for Rail at Taylor Woodrow and the Managing Director of London Underground.
Photograph: Duncan Phillips/National Railway Heritage Awards
A memorable occasion as 40 members of all ages gathered for mince pies, cake, hot punch and carols to celebrate Christmas with passengers on trains passing by.
In a spontaneous performance, the more experienced singers amongst us provided descant voices when required, and the train drivers and guards enjoyed mince pies too!
Next course: 4, 11, 18, 25 January, 1, 8, 15, 22 February
11-16 year olds: 5.00-6.30pm
Adults (new): 6.30-8.00pm
Fee: £50
Contact: Creative Computing Club 07850 940591
info@creativecomputingclub.com
Come and join us at the Station House on Christmas Eve, 4-5pm, for carols, mince pies and hot punch.
Two replica Great Eastern Railway benches were installed today, generously funded by the Railway Heritage Trust, to complement the new canopy.
Every Thursday 5-6.30pm starting 2nd November. The first course will help participants make interactive software and games, and learn the fundamentals of computer programming. Advance booking required. Course fee: £50.
Every Wednesday 4-6pm during term-time starting 1st November. No advance booking necessary but please pick up a one-off registration form from the Station House cafe. Bring your computer or use our workstations and enjoy good quality broadband.
Our station adopters were the proud recipients of the Best Community Involvement Award at Greater Anglia's Station Adopters' Awards 2017.
Cyclists' Touring Club (CTC) stop off 'en route' for well-earned refreshments.
Station House Community Connections were guests at the Association of Community Rail Partnerships' annual awards (ACoRP) in Derby and the next day, joined East Midlands Trains at the naming ceremony for THE STATION VOLUNTEER.
9-mile circular walk started at the Station House as part of the East Suffolk Line Guided Walks programme.
U3A (University of the Third Age) are making music once a month in the Easterling Room.
First Society AGM in the Easterling Room. Find out more about joining on the ‘support us’ link.
First Health Walk as part of One Life Suffolk’s Walking for Health festival. Friendly and free. Walking again on 13 Oct, 10 Nov, 8 Dec.
Starting 21 st September Suffolk Coastal Leisure Learning have started the autumn term with Italian for Beginners in the Easterling Room and Getting up to speed with Microsoft Office
in the Peto Room, our computer and training suite.
The Doves enjoying a history talk and lunch in the Easterling Room.
Dr Therese Coffey MP for Suffolk Coastal held her advice surgery in the Thompson Suite.
We have already delivered 6 talks across the county. If your organisation or school would like to book a talk at the Station House, express your interest here and we’ll be in touch.
We have funding to run a pilot programme for 6-weeks. Express your interest here and we’ll be in touch.
We have funding to run 6 workshops for the over 50s. Express your interest here and we’ll be in touch.
Maggie Singleton is planning a series of health walks starting and finishing at the Station House. Express your interest here and we’ll be in touch.
Colonnades
The colonnades under the canopy were cast in iron at Hargreaves Foundry in Halifax in 2016
Station House Community Connections Ltd. is a registered society No. 32095R under the Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014 and accepted as a charity by HMRC.
Registered address: Bucks Head Cottage, Marlesford Road, Campsea Ashe, Suffolk IP13 0QG.
Trading address: Station House, Station Road, Campsea Ashe, Suffolk IP13 0PT.
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