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    Welcome to Foundry Court Community Centre!

    If you're looking for a space that feels both professional and genuinely welcoming, then Foundry Court Community Centre might be exactly what you need.

    Located in Manningtree, within North Essex and a short distance from both Colchester and the Suffolk border, the community centre is owned and managed by Eastlight Community Homes and is used by people who live, work and study in the local community.

     

    Contact Foundry Court Community Centre here
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    Spaces for Hire

    With six versatile spaces available to hire seven days a week (between 7am–10pm), Foundry Court Community Centre is designed to flex around you.

    Whether you’re hosting a meeting, running training sessions, holding consultations, or planning a larger event, each room blends fresh décor with practical features like kitchen access, WiFi, and optional AV equipment, so you can focus on what matters most.

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    Accessibility

    Limited parking is available at the front of the centre, however a large free-to-use public car park is just a five-minute walk away. Manningtree train station is just a 15-minute walk.

    The whole centre is on one level and fully accessible. It also has a wheelchair-accessible toilet and baby changing facilities.

    See our full facilities and room listings below.

What rooms can I hire?

The Board Room

Need something formal? The Board Room comfortably seats 14, with capacity for up to 20 and even includes separate breakout areas ideal for workshops or strategy sessions. 

Enquire here

The Meeting Room

Need something formal but smaller than The Board Room? The Meeting Room offers a more intimate setup for up to 12 people.

Enquire here

The Lounge

If you're after a relaxed atmosphere, the Lounge provides a spacious, comfortable setting with soft furnishings. It's perfect for informal meeting or social events and accommodates up to 67 standing guests.

Enquire here

The Consultation Room

Looking for something smaller? The botanical-designed Consultation Room can host up to 4 people and is ideal for private discussions, interviews or treatments.

Enquire here

The Café Area

Looking to host something with a bit more energy? The refurbished Café Area sets up to 40 - or 48 standing - and offers a mix of seating styles, from bar stools to cosy soft seating.

Enquire here

The Atrium

Need something for a large occasion? The stunning Atrium is a true standout, hosting up to 95 people standing, making it perfect for conferences, exhibitions, classes or celebrations.

Enquire here
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    Availability & Costs

    Available to hire: Seven days a week between 7am - 10pm.

    Hire Costs: This depends on the selected room. Discounts are available for registered charities and regular bookings.

    Enquire here

What's On?

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Foundry First Steps

New-borns and children aged up to three-years-old are welcome. £5 per family, every Friday morning during school term time. Includes refreshments, play, craft activities and singing.

Contact the group here
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Friends over 55

For just £6 per year, over 55s can enjoy live music and dancing (first Tuesday of the month); Craft & Chat every second Tuesday of the month; and Bingo every third Tuesday, with cash prizes.

Call Susan to book on 07908470001
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Body Stress Release

Body Stress Release sessions are appointment only. Book on 07960417559.

Call Clare to book on 07960417559
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Therapy Sessions

These therapy sessions, hosted by Simon Jones CBT Ltd., are appointment only. Book on 07706068581.

Call Simon to book on 07706068581
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Counselling & Meditation

Counselling and meditation sessions are appointment only. Book on 07718812834.

Call Ruth on 07718812834
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The Hearing Care Centre

Every fortnight, you can get hearing tests and other treatments. Appointment only. Book on 01206760839.

Call to book on 01206 760839
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Manningtree & District Foodbank and One Support

This occurs every Tuesday in the Community Suite from 10am until 12pm noon.

Call the foodbank on 07870967353
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Learn Spanish with Faith

Fun, easy Spanish with a native teacher including real-life scenarios and speaking and reading practice.

Advanced Spanish -10:30am - 11:30am (5 spaces available)

Beginners Spanish - 11:30am - 12:30pm (8 spaces available)

£12 per lesson

Friendly, relaxed classes to help you speak with confidence

Text Faith using the number below to book your class!

Text: 07476000857

Find & Contact Us

Click the blue pin on the map below to see our address and contact information.

Call us on 01376 332468 with the extension number 8105. Leave a message on our voicemail if we are out of the office, and we’ll get back to you.

You can also call our Customer Services Team on 0330 128 0330.

Email Foundry Court here