Welcome

Thelnetham Village Hall is a grade 2 listed building located in a picturesque village in Suffolk.

Originally the village school, it has undergone extensive renovations in 2019 yet has retained its unique character. There is an attractive main hall which comfortably seats 60 people at tables, or 100 closely seated or standing, and a well appointed modern kitchen. There is accessibility for all.

The hall is suitable for a wide range of activities and events for community, private and business users.

 

Currently there are a variety of heritage experiences available. For further information and booking click below.

 

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Sat Mar 29th, 2025

Still spaces available for next Saturday’s QUIZ. Bookings in advance please. ... See MoreSee Less
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Tue Mar 18th, 2025

People having fun at the Stained glass workshop - come and join us ! The next 2 day sessions with space are on Saturday /Sunday 28th/29th June and the 23rd/24th August.10-3pm each day at Thelnetham Village Hall - our April and May sessions are now fully booked . Please book early to avoid disappointment !!!It's an introduction to stained and coloured glass panel making. Over two days you can make a design, cut and shape glass to fit and then use lead to put it all together! Cost : £105 for the 2 day course Price includes all materials, use of tools and refreshments , bring your own lunches and an apronTo book -please contact Carol on 01379898729 or email heritageactivities@thelnethamvillagehall.co.uk or book via the website : Thelnethamvillagehall.co.uk.Payment to be made on confirmation of bookingThelnetham Heritage Event- Proceeds to Village Hall ... See MoreSee Less
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Sat Jan 25th, 2025

There is a vacancy on the Thelnetham Village Hall Commitee. If you are interested and would like further details please contact the Chairperson - Karen Warren on 07787 030140 orkarenpwarren94@gmail.com by 3rd Feb ... See MoreSee Less
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Upcoming Events

Craft Club – All Welcome

April 3, 202510:00 am
General Events

QUIZ NIGHT

April 5, 20257:00 pm
General Events

Reading group All Welcome

April 16, 202510:00 am
General Events

Jumble Sale 10.30 -12.30

April 27, 202512:00 am
General Events

Stained Glass Workshop

April 12, 202510:00 am
Thelnetham Village Hall
The Village Hall, School Lane, Thelnetham, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 1LD
Heritage Activities

Sorry - fully booked
Next dates with availability - 28th/29th June and the 23rd/24th August
Book early to avoid disappointment !
Two day course
10-3pm each day
at Thelnetham Village Hall
School Lane IP22 1JL

An introduction to stained and coloured glass panel making. Over two days you can make a design, cut and shape glass to fit and then use lead to put it all together!

More
Sorry - fully booked
Next dates with availability - 28th/29th June and the 23rd/24th August
Book early to avoid disappointment !
Two day course
10-3pm each day
at Thelnetham Village Hall
School Lane IP22 1JL

An introduction to stained and coloured glass panel making. Over two days you can make a design, cut and shape glass to fit and then use lead to put it all together!

Stained Glass workshop Day 2

April 13, 202510:00 am
Heritage Activities

Stained glass workshop

May 10, 202510:00 am
Heritage Activities

Sorry - fully booked
Next dates with availability - 28th/29th June and the 23rd/24th August
Book early to avoid disappointment !
Two day course
10-3pm each day
at Thelnetham Village Hall
School Lane IP22 1JL

An introduction to stained and coloured glass panel making. Over two days you can make a design, cut and shape glass to fit and then use lead to put it all together!

More
Sorry - fully booked
Next dates with availability - 28th/29th June and the 23rd/24th August
Book early to avoid disappointment !
Two day course
10-3pm each day
at Thelnetham Village Hall
School Lane IP22 1JL

An introduction to stained and coloured glass panel making. Over two days you can make a design, cut and shape glass to fit and then use lead to put it all together!

Stained glass workshop Day 2

May 11, 202510:00 am
Heritage Activities

A Brief History

The Hall and the Village

Thelnetham Village Hall started life as the village school, built in 1871 and opened as the school in 1872, by the Rev. E. H. Sawbridge and his son, Canon J. S. Sawbridge.

On the school closure in 1954 the old school became available for a much needed village hall, the dream of John Middleton Murry, farmer and author. His work in the village is documented in his book ‘Community Farm’.

To live in or visit Thelnetham is to be part of a truly rural heritage which spans millennia. The people of Thelnetham today are still making history, linking their past to a present and a future in which community cohesion and a sense of continuity are key.

Recent Renovation

Over time the building that is now Thelnetham Village Hall has needed considerable work to enable it to function.

As a listed building, this work has to be carried out with all due attention to its historic heritage – which of course comes at a cost.

In 2019 the most recent renovation work began.
This included:

• Full renovation of the roof
• Removing plant growth on the outside walls
• Repairing stonework
• Refurbishing all the leaded windows
• Repairing other broken windows
• Plastering and painting the vaulted ceiling
• Converting the ladies toilet into a disabled toilet
• Removing the old kitchen
• Repairing and resurfacing the kitchen floor
• Installing all new kitchen units and installing a dishwasher and cooker
• Sanding and treating the floor boards in the hall
• Clearing outside areas including the car park, pathway round to the door and side entrance area

The majority of this work was carried out with the help of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, as well as significant contributions from Thelnetham Fen Trust, West Suffolk Council, Thelnetham Parish Council and a generous range of contributions from residents over a period of many years.

We still have a lot to do, but for that we need your help. If you would like to join the Thelnetham heritage volunteers please get in touch. Financial donations, no matter how small, are always gratefully received!

We want Thelnetham Village Hall to be a vibrant hub of the community with all the facilities of the modern age whilst retaining its unique character.

Get in touch

If you have any questions, would like to get involved or make a financial donation, please fill in the form below or email heritageactivities@thelnethamvillagehall.co.uk