1st Leiston Guides
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Full Details1st Leiston Scout Group (Beavers, Cubs and Scouts|)

Youth Movement Beavers 6-8yrs Thursday 5.30-6.30pm Cubs 8-10yrs Monday 6.30-8pm Scouts 10-14yrs Thursday 7-9pm Leader: Mr S H Burch Email: leistonscouts@aol.com
Full DetailsABC – Alde & Blyth Community Radio
Leiston’s new community radio station, can be heard every weekend. ABC broadcast every Friday evening from 5pm, all day Saturday from 08.00am and on Sundays from 10.00am. If you are
Full DetailsActivLives – Step by Step Programme

WHAT IS IT? ActivLives is working in partnership with the Ipswich & East Suffolk Clinical Commissioning Group to deliver the Step by Step Programme in Ipswich and East Suffolk, to
Full DetailsAlcoholics Anonymous

Get Help Now Visit Alcoholics Anonymous Great Britain (alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk) Leiston Steps: Monday United Reform Methodist Church, High St IP16 4EL Start time: 19.30 – duration 1hr Open: All meetings are ‘open’
Full DetailsAlde Valley Family History Group

Family History Drop In Centre at Leiston Library Get help researching your family history. Meetings first Tuesday of every month 14.00-16.00 Welcome to the Alde Valley Suffolk Family History Group
Full DetailsAlde Valley Ramblers

We provide regular led walks in the beautiful Suffolk Coastal area and help to maintain and preserve the paths that make up its rights of way network through our Footpath
Full DetailsAldringham cum Thorpe Good Neighbour Scheme

Aldringham cum Thorpe Good Neighbour Scheme Provides help for Aldringham and Thorpeness residents, including transport to appointments at Aldeburgh surgery, community hospital, dentist and Leiston dentist and opticians. Shopping errands,
Full DetailsAldringham cum Thorpe Parish Council

Welcome to the Aldringham-cum-Thorpe Our parish consists of the villages of Aldringham, Thorpeness and part of the hamlet of Sizewell. Learn about the parish and its communities, read news
Full DetailsBritten Pears

Whats on: – Music – Family – Walks & Talks – Open Sessions & Masterclasses – Festival of New – Art & Exhibitions
Full DetailsCATS – Coastal Accessible Transport / Connecting Communities

Community Transport operator providing Demand Responsive Bus Service, Door to Door Services, Community Car scheme and Group hire for non-profit organisations. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible and services are open
Full DetailsChristians Against Poverty Suffolk Coastal Debt Centre (St John’s, Saxmundham)

If you’re looking for help, whether that’s help to get out of debt, find a job or gain vital life skills, Christians Against Poverty provides a range of free professional
Full DetailsCommunity Enrichment Programme: The Long Shop Museum

The Restoration Group at The Long Shop Museum are currently working on the Buick and TrolleyBus. If you are interested in volunteering your skills please contact The Long Shop Museum.
Full DetailsConnect for Health – Social Prescribers – Being Well Together

Did you know? Your doctor isnt the only person who can help you feel better. You can improve your health and wellbeing through social prescribing. It is a free confidential
Full DetailsCreative Leiston
More information to be added shortly Email:creativeleiston@gmail.com
Full DetailsCYDS – Young People Taking Action

Our centre is a safe space for all young people. We offer free confidential and non-judgemental advice, support, and positive fun activities. We assist young people in getting back into
Full DetailsDisability Advice Services

DAS is a friendly local charity; working at the heart of the East Suffolk community for over 35 years, we advise children and adults with disability related issues. We also
Full DetailsEast Suffolk Council – Communities

Community development is about empowering individuals and groups by providing them with the skills and support they need to affect change in their own communities. We have a Communities Team
Full DetailsEast Suffolk Council – Customer Services

Public access for customers is provided from locations across East Suffolk. Pre-bookable appointments are available for all locations and customers can contact the Customer Service team on 0333 016 2000
Full DetailsEast Suffolk Council – Ease the Squeeze

We are co-ordinating a comprehensive programme of support to help people in East Suffolk with the rising cost of living. Whether you are worried about the cost of living, or
Full DetailsFamily Mediation Trust

The Family Mediation Trust The break-up of any relationship is painful and difficult, even more so when children are involved. The Family Mediation Trust has been supporting families with mediation,
Full DetailsFarm and Rural Business Support

There is a directory of support groups here with details of the groups across the UK and their contact details: https://www.princescountrysidefund.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Support-Groups-directory-2021-spreads-.pdf YANA – help for those involved in farming and
Full DetailsHeritage Coast Bridge Club

The club meets every Wednesday 12.30 – 5.00pm If you plan to play in Leiston, or need a partner, please keep the secretary informed (secretary-hcbc@myphone.coop). The club provides refreshments and
Full DetailsKnodishall Cancer Research UK Support Group
Details from: Jo Mayhew, 831748
Full DetailsLeading Lives

Leading Lives provides high quality social care support for people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs across Suffolk and beyond in the home and in the community. We are
Full DetailsLeiston Allotments and Leiston Allotment Holders and Gardeners

Do you have green fingers, but a little garden? Would you like to grow your own fruit and veg but your garden isnt big enough? Then look no further and
Full DetailsLeiston and District Philatelic Society

From small beginnings, the Society now has nearly 50 members, and, in addition to zoom meetings, holds regular monthly meetings from September to June on the 4th Wednesday of the
Full DetailsLeiston and District Swimming Club

We are a volunteer run community club for children aged 5 upwards, our purpose is to teach the skill of swimming and develop our members confidence and skill capability to
Full DetailsLeiston Community Land Trust

Inspiring positive change for our community The Community Land Trust (CLT) aims to work with local partners, businesses and the community to bring about positive change for Leiston. WE WANT
Full DetailsLeiston Dementia Project

The project objectives are to work in partnership to develop dementia friendly communities, develop support networks and opportunities for people to remain active and engaged and address the needs of
Full DetailsLeiston Events Group

The Leiston Events Group is a non-profit volunteer-run group which aims specifically to put on some of Leiston’s biggest free events, such as Leiston’s Big Weekend in the Summer and
Full DetailsLeiston Family Hub (Childrens Centre)

We are open for drop-in information, advice and guidance, and have the following groups running in centre. Details of how to book are on the attached flyers. Monday – Thursday
Full DetailsLeiston Food Banks

United Reform Church Food Bank Leiston Food Bank is open Friday and Saturday mornings from 10am-11.30am at the United Reformed Church in Leiston, for all who may need it (no
Full DetailsLeiston Good Neighbour Scheme

We provide voluntary help including befriending, support to get out to activities, practical help at home such as filling in forms or tidying a garden. Our aim is to promote
Full DetailsLeiston Good Neighbour Scheme Community Allotment

If you would like to have a go at growing your own but don’t have a garden or think you couldn’t manage a whole allotment why not take on a
Full DetailsLeiston Junior Netball Club
Girls free netball club held every Friday at Waterloo Centre in Leiston. All abilities welcome. 13-15 years old session is 5pm-6pm 16-19 year old session is 6pm-7pm. Email Laura to
Full DetailsLeiston Leisure Centre – Pisces Swimming Club for Disabled People

Our aim is to provide a friendly and safe environment where our members, together with their families and carers, can swim in comfort and privacy. We also provide the opportunity
Full DetailsLeiston Library – Lego Club

Sunday 10.15-11.30 Leiston Library Free drop in – see what you can build with a big box of lego?
Full DetailsLeiston Library – Wordplay: songs and rhymes for preschool children

Every Thursday Leiston Library 10:30 ‐ 11:00 Free entry Join us for our weekly Wordplay sessions. Bring your little ones to the library for a fun morning of songs and rhymes for babies
Full DetailsLeiston Reading Group
We meet to discuss mainly fiction – a lot of it is recent, although we do try to fit in at least one from a past century. The choice of
Full DetailsLeiston St Margaret’s Carpet Bowls Club

To participate in carpet bowls in friendly manner. Team in local Heritage League.
Full DetailsLeiston St Margarets Football Club

Amateur sports club More information: Email leistonstmargarets@gmail.com
Full DetailsLeiston Surgery – Patient Participation Group

The Leiston Surgery Patient Participation Group (PPG) was formed in 2006. The group meets every 6 weeks, usually on a Wednesday afternoon. We are keen to promote our Patient Participation
Full DetailsLeiston Town Pastors

Leiston Town Pastors is a Christian organisation and registered charity (no 1188933) staffed by volunteers from many different local churches and funded in part by the Police & Crime Commissioner
Full DetailsLeiston Womens Institute

Founded in 1943, Leiston WI has around 18 members. Meetings are normally held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at The Band Room, 17 Victoria Street, starting at 7pm.
Full DetailsLeiston Works Railway Trust

Reviving Leiston’s Railway Heritage The Leiston Works Railway Trust is a registered charity working to restore the line that once served the now-closed Richard Garrett Engineering Works and which represents
Full DetailsLeiston Worry Tree

Bringing support, friendship and advice to those experiencing mental wellbeing challenges, including loneliness and isolation. Family members and carers are welcome No age group is exempt (under 16s must be
Full DetailsLeiston Youth Club

Leiston Youth Club is funded by Leiston Town Council. We are currently open 2 nights a week, during term time, for young people aged between 8 and 18. We offer young
Full DetailsOgilvie Pavilion and Sports Ground

Originally a cricket ground the Ogilvie Pavilion and Sports ground may now host all sorts of sporting and social events. Current activities include Cricket and Croquet.
Full DetailsParticipate – in Leiston and in Saxmundham

Come and make music and explore historical objects with our friendly team of professional workshop leaders and musicians. These sessions will bring you together with others in your local community,
Full DetailsPro Corda

Pro Corda is one of Europe’s leading music organisations and it operates the International Chamber Music Academy for young musicians. An educational charity established in 1969, its mission is to
Full DetailsRose and Sweet William

Social afternoon for over 60s. in Leiston. Tuesdays, 2:00pm – 4:00pm (not August) Leiston Community Centre,
Full DetailsSizewell and Leiston Shotokan Karate Clubs

We are a friendly, family club; male and female, young and old from seven to seventy. We fit our Karate to the individual, not the other way round. We have
Full DetailsSizewell Hall – Christian Conference Centre and Campsite

Sizewell Hall has been operating as a Conference centre since 1975. The Hall is situated in 32 acres of woodland. The front of the Hall has beautiful views of the
Full DetailsSuffolk Libraries – Lets Get Creative

Expanding on the wide array of activities currently offered by Suffolk Libraries, we have now launched a new directory of arts and cultural activities for people across Suffolk to enjoy.
Full DetailsSuffolk Positive Futures, Catch 22

Youth crime prevention and reduction service aiming to empower young people to become positive role models and responsible citizens. 10 to 19-years-old | Suffolk About us Suffolk Positive Futures aims
Full DetailsThe Band of The Royal British Legion – Leiston

Welcome to the The Band of The Royal British Legion Leiston, based in Suffolk. We are a social brass band run entirely by volunteers, most of whom also play in
Full DetailsTheberton & Eastbridge Good Neighbours
If anyone can assist in information please let Visit Leiston know. Thank you.
Full DetailsTheberton and Eastbridge Parish Council

Please visit the website where you will find information on news, events, accommodation for visitors, local history and local business and much much more. The Parish of Theberton and Eastbridge sits within an Area of Outstanding Beauty
Full DetailsTheberton Jubilee Village Hall – Activities

Please check the website for the latest information The Jubilee Hall is owned and operated by Theberton and Eastbridge Community Council on behalf of the community. The hall can provide
Full DetailsThorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Group

We are focused on sharing with everyone in both Aldringham, Thorpeness and the surrounding area facts and memories of this wonderful and unique place. Through the articles and recorded oral
Full DetailsTrussell Trust Foodbank

Trussell Trust Foodbank providing emergency food, toiletries, plus pet food plus some fresh food. All food packages delivered directly to home and designed to meet the needs of an individual
Full DetailsUkrainian Refugee Support

Government Advice This is a guide for Ukrainians arriving in the UK. It also includes specific information for those arriving on the Homes for Ukraine scheme. Welcome: a guide for
Full DetailsUnited Church, Leiston – Bereavement Group

Please visit Leiston United Church (eangliamethodist.org.uk) for the latest information Every last Tuesday of the month 1.30-3.00pm
Full DetailsUnited Church, Leiston – Christian Aid Lunches
Please visit Leiston United Church (eangliamethodist.org.uk) for the latest information 3rd Thursday of every month, 12.00 Noon
Full DetailsUnited Church, Leiston – Coffee Mornings

Please visit Leiston United Church (eangliamethodist.org.uk) for the latest information Every Friday and Saturday, 10.00-11.30am
Full DetailsUnited Church, Leiston – Wives Group

Please visit Leiston United Church (eangliamethodist.org.uk) for the latest information Last Tuesday of every month, 7.30pm
Full DetailsWardens Trust

Wardens Trust provides recreational & holiday facilities for children and adults with disabilities and their carers on the idyllic Suffolk Coastline. Situated on the East Suffolk coast, beautifully located on
Full DetailsLeiston Community Centre

The ideal venue for a small gathering, whether you are celebrating a birthday, christening or just a family get together, the Community Centre provides you with enough space to sit
Full DetailsWaterloo Centre

Formerly the old Middle School, the Waterloo Centre is a new venture for Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council with some exciting developments happening in the future! For the time being the Centre
Full DetailsLeiston Town Athletic Association

The LTAA is a sports and social club located on Victory Road, Leiston. We are a friendly and welcoming venue open to members and non-members alike. We are the perfect
Full DetailsSizewell Sports and Social Club

This versatile venue features probably the largest function room in the area and is available to hire for any occasion, offering full catering services. The lounge bar includes a big screen TV
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Leiston Film Theatre Support Club

The Leiston Film Theatre Support Club is an independent group, founded in November 1992 to raise funds to improve the facilities and interior décor of the Leiston Film Theatre, Suffolk’s oldest purpose
Full DetailsLeiston Football Club

Leiston Football Club is a football club based in Leiston, Suffolk, England. They are currently members of the Southern League Premier Division Central and play at Victory Road. Leiston Youth
Full DetailsLeiston Town Bowls Club

Flat green bowls, playing in local leagues Flat green bowls club open to all, coaching, guidance & equipment supplied Leiston Town Bowls Club was established over 100 years ago and
Full DetailsLeiston Youth and Community Angling Society

Haylings Pond and Picnic Area is one of Leiston’s Best Hidden Gems! This quiet spot is often a sun trap and a must for those who love to fish, but
Full DetailsLeiston Surgery

At Leiston Surgery we are very proud of the service we provide. We aim to practice modern, high quality, patient driven and innovative care and we believe that all patients have
Full DetailsCoastal Leisure Learning

Coastal Leisure Learning, a Community Interest Company, is a continuation of adult classes previously organised from the local high schools, providing leisure learning classes in the coastal corridor from Walberswick
Full DetailsCitizens Advice: Leiston

Information, advice and support on all aspects of life: consumer benefits, employment, housing, legal, taxation, community care, relationship difficulties, utilities, education, racial harassment, immigration etc. Free, impartial, confidential service to
Full DetailsLeiston and Meadow Children’s Centre Services

We are open for drop-in information, advice and guidance, and have a range of groups running in centre. Monday – Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm, Friday 9.00am – 4.30pm. If you
Full DetailsLeiston Primary School – Avocet Academy Trust

Leiston is one of the founding schools behind Avocet Multi-Academy Trust which was set up in November 2014 with the view that collaboration is the key to success at all
Full DetailsAlde Valley Academy

Alde Valley Academy is a mixed academy in Leiston in Suffolk. We became an academy on the 1st January 2015 to further support our vision to become an outstanding school
Full DetailsUnited Church, Leiston

Small town Church in good central position used by the community. A refurbished suite of premises with an attractive garden open to the community. The Methodist Church wishes to be
Full DetailsSt Peter’s Church, Therberton with Eastbridge,

Theberton is a sizeable village strung out along the main road to the north of the town of Leiston. The church has one of Suffolk’s prettiest round towers, and loveliest
Full DetailsSt. Andrews Church, Aldringham

A beautiful 11th Century rural church set on a gentle slope in peaceful surroundings close the Suffolk Heritage Coastline. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ we are delighted
Full DetailsReligious Society of Friends, Leiston Quakers

Place of worship for Quakers. The meeting house is at the corner of Haylings Road and Waterloo Avenue. There is car parking at the meeting house. Meeting for worship: every
Full DetailsJehovah’s Witness, Leiston

We come from hundreds of ethnic and language backgrounds, yet we are united by common goals. Above all, we want to honor Jehovah, the God of the Bible and the Creator
Full DetailsAll Saints Catholic Church, Leiston

There are two catholic churches locally: Our Lady and Saint Peter, The Terrace, Aldeburgh, IP15 5HJ overlooking the sea above the High Street at the top of the Town Steps. All
Full DetailsBaptist Church, Leiston

We would like to offer a warm welcome to all, and to invite you to share the ministries of Leiston Baptist Church. Meetings are continuing physically and virtually online, where
Full DetailsSt Margaret of Antioch, Leiston

St. Margaret’s ranks as one of Suffolk’s most magnificent and historically important 19th century churches. Built in 1854, this Grade II* listed church is an important example of the Victorian
Full DetailsLeiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council

Town Clerk: Helen Greengrass Assets Officer: Hannah Everett-Spearing Admin Assistant: Bev Kemp Welcome to the Town of Leiston, with the adjoining hamlet of Sizewell, which is situated on the Suffolk
Full DetailsLeiston Library

Branch facilities Refreshments: coffee, tea and hot chocolate for sale Payments: cash, cheques and cards accepted Accessibility information on accessable.co.uk Parking: available for one hour in front of the library, free
Full DetailsThe Long Shop Museum

The Long Shop Museum was created in 1984 to restore and preserve the original 18th century site and works of Richard Garrett & Sons, established 1778. Along with the manufacturing
Full DetailsLeiston Leisure Centre

Welcome to Leiston Leisure Centre We’re passionate about helping you stay physically active and emotionally engaged in fitness, sport and wellbeing. Our mission is to put our heart and soul
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