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The Fisher Theatre

Broad Street , Bungay, Suffolk
Contact Box Office Tel: 01986 897130
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This beautiful Georgian building in Broad Street in Bungay, just 200 yards from the Buttercross in the centre of town is steeped in history. The Theatre has recently been completely renovated and as well as the main fully equipped auditorium, with boxes and a special adaptable floor to suit any for of theatre production or other events, the building includes two other rooms, one suitable for workshops, an atmospheric basement and the Fisher's Wine Bar which is now open daily for morning coffee, lunches ands tea, and will also be open in the evenings in due course. For details of forthcoming events - click here

 
Bungay Community Centre (Honeypot Centre)

Upper Olland Street, Bungay, Suffolk. Contact David Wuyts Tel : 01986 896778

The Town’s Community Centre is in Upper Olland Street, next door to the Police Station. It has a large hall with a small stage, capable of holding an audience of 140. For a dinner, it can accommodate 110, seated at tables.

There is a smaller lounge, occupied during the weekday by Beehive Childcare, but this can be hired in the evenings or weekends. It has a fully equipped kitchen, with crockery and cutlery for hire. For availability and bookings, contact David Wuyts on 01986 896778

 
Bodywise - Gym

Bodywise Gym, Rose Lane, Bungay, Suffolk  NR35 1DQ
Tel : 01986 896134    Fax : 01986 785565

Bodywise GymBodywise is a privately owned fully supervised gm which caters for all fitness levels. Friendly and non-intimidating, Bodywise has been established since 2001. James, the owner of Bodywise is fully qualified and experienced in the fitness industry as are all staff members. See the website for detail.

Exercising at Bodywise can help keep the body in good condition physically and mentally by reducing blood pressure, body fat and cholesterol whilst improving muscular strength and posture. It also reduces anxiety or stress, the risk of coronary diseases and helps with weight loss therefore improving self image and the sense of well being.

James and Lisa look forward to meeting you - call for an appointment !!

 
Bungay & District Sports Association

Maltings Meadow, Ditchingham, Bungay, Suffolk EmailWebsite

"The objective of the Bungay & District Sports Association is to enhance access to sports facilities in Bungay and surrounding catchments area, increasing participation and encouraging the pursuit of excellence."

The £1m project was completed in March 2006 and Brian Gunn was on hand to open the new clubhouse and changing facilities. Further work is on-going however and a new multi-use games area was laid during 2007. Projects are also underway for a new cricket pitch in 2008 and floodlights around the first team football pitch. The website has been designed to bring together the sports clubs in Bungay and give honest and up to date information on the progress of the sports clubs themselves.

 
Canoe and Cycle Hire from Outney Meadow Caravan Park 

Outney Meadow , Bungay, Suffolk NR35 1HG
Tel/Fax: 01986 892338 EmailWebsite

Canoes have the advantage of being totally silent, allowing you to get closer to wildlife whilst enjoying the beautiful landscape of the Waveney Valley and there are canoes for hire at Outney Meadow Caravan Park.

There are instructions should you wish, that will give an enjoyable day paddling a canoe along the river Waveney around the Bungay Loop from the Outney Meadow Caravan Park upstream to the road bridge. The trip takes about 3 hours paddling time.

Swans, herons and kingfishers can be seen on the river and, in the summer beautiful damselflies, butterflies and dragonflies. Although otters are living in the river they are not easily seen.

Outney Meadow Caravan Park is one of the Broads Bike Hire Centres.We have high quality terrain bikes for hire at £9 for a whole day with half day and hourly rates also available on request. Bikes are available to hire for all sizes and ages plus children's seats, helmets, locks and racks for your bags.

There are plenty of pretty villages within easy reach with ancient churches, pubs, cafes and other attractions to enjoy or you might make it to the nearby coast with beautiful sandy beaches.

 
Bungay Library

Wharton Street , Bungay, Suffolk NR35 2AQ Tel: 01986 892748  email

Bungay Library is open 7 days a week. You can chat, read the newspapers, listen to music, surf the net and take part in activities as well as borrow books, films, games and music. There is also a photocopying machine and cups of coffee are available. During the school holidays there has been a 'Reading Game' for children with presentations taking place on 9th September.

The mezzanine floor is host to numerous exhibitions throughout the year. For more details of the current exhibition - click here

Bungay LibraryOpening Times
Monday 9am - 12.30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 12.30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 3pm

 
The Fisher Theatre

Broad Street , Bungay, Suffolk
Contact Box Office Tel: 01986 897130
emailFisher Theatre Website
   

This beautiful Georgian building is in Broad Street in Bungay, just 200 yards from the Buttercross in the centre of town. The Theatre has recently been completely renovated and as well as the main fully equipped auditorium, with boxes and a special adaptable floor to suit any for of theatre production or other events, the building includes two other rooms, one suitable for workshops, an atmospheric basement and the Fisher's Wine Bar which is now open daily for morning coffee, lunches ands tea, and will also be open in the evenings in due course. For details of forthcoming events - click here

 
Waveney Pool

St Johns Hill, Bungay, Suffolk NR35 2AQ
Tel: 01986 895014

A thrilling 42ft water slide provides a splashing way to enter the water at the indoor Waveney Poolheated Waveney Valley Swimming Pool. However, there are steps for the less adventurous! Features include:

  • 25 x 10.5 metre main pool
  • teaching pool with steps and graded entry
  • wheelchair ramp
  • excellent area for spectators
  • Free parking

The pool is open 7 days a week and has lane swimming, junior/adult swimming lessons, mother and toddler groups and clubs. It is also available for private hire or galas on either Saturday or Sunday evening

 
Bateman's Barn

South Elmham Hall, St Cross South Elmham, near Harleston, Norfolk IP20 0PZ
Tel: 01986 782526   Fax: 01986 782203   

Bateman's BarnOpened in May 2001, Bateman's Barn, not only provides delicious meals and refreshments for visitors and walkers, but is an exciting new venue for business meetings conferences and weddings. Bateman's Barn seats up to 86 in comfort, and can be divided to provide a more intimate setting for up to 40.

Sited in former stables, close to the farmhouse, the 16th century barn incorporates flint walls from earlier medieval buildings. A permanent display tells the story of South Elmham Hall and the Old Minster.

Bateman's Barn can be booked for your wedding the reception, or for parties, for further education groups or as a conference facility. Our cafe/tea room serves light refreshments and caters for parties or groups at other times by special arrangement.

 
Bungay Sports Centre
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High School, Bungay, Suffolk NR35 1RW Tel: 01986 891641 (day) or 01986 894515 (evenings) website

Bungay High School is proud to share it's Sports Hall, Gym, Playing Fields and Tennis Courts with the local community. The Centre is open for bookings every evening after school from 6.00pm to 10.00pm and during the weekends and school holidays from 9.00am to 10.00pm. Several well known, and thriving clubs use the facilities; such as Bungay Blackdog Running Club and Bungay Border Gym Club and it also provides regular bookings for popular local clubs covering indoor football, basketball, badminton, cricket and tennis.

The centre caters for activities as diverse as dog-training, children's parties and roller-skating so there really is something for everyone! Bungay Sports Centre is staffed mainly by Leisure Officers from our own VI Form who have a love of sport and benefit from the experience of part-time work which fits in with their studies.

If you would like to make a booking please call Lynn Eldrett, School Business Manager on 01986 891641 during the day, or the Sports Centre during the evening on 01986 894515.