We currently have two buildings that are used by the church to run our activities and events; The Chapel and The Elven Centre.
The Chapel / The Church
“In 1833 the church purchased a piece of land in Garland Street for £200 and paid £1,000 for the construction of a new building. The chapel opened 11 May 1834.”
This building is NOT available for hire.
Location: Garland Street Baptist Church Garland Street Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 1EZ
For more information on our Sunday services, which are held in The Chapel, check our ‘New to Church’ page.
The Elven Centre
“The Elven Centre is the former Sunday School and was built in 1873. It is now used for our community focused events and some of our regular social activities.”
This building IS available for hire.
Location: The Elven Centre Garland Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1EZ
Regular Activities: Carpet Bowls, Table Tennis and Boys' Brigade and Girls' Association, 4th Mid Suffolk.
Features:
Entrance/Lobby
Main Hall
Three small meeting rooms
Small Hall (The Cutting Room)
The Kids Room (Previous Sunday School Room)
The Upstairs Meeting Room
kitchen facilities
Toilet facilities
Includes one wheelchair accessible toilet
Kitchenette (in The Upstairs Lounge)
Step Free Access to Main Hall
Parking space for 2-3 cars (These are not bookable)
For more information about upgrades to the building and to view our booking form click 'here'.