The local community is at the heart of everything we do at the John Peel Centre (JPC). Powered by over 100 dedicated volunteers and a small staff team, we pride ourselves on being a friendly, vibrant venue where everyone is welcome.
The JPC offers a range of regular workshops, classes, and social events designed to connect everyone together. Whether you're testing your knowledge at our free weekly quiz night, enjoying free live music in The B Side, getting involved in our free open mic nights, or meeting up with family and friends at Chocolate Tiger Café, we've got something for everyone. Check out the full list of workshops below, and become part of the amazing JPC community!
Supporting Local
We are proud to host non-profits and community organisations doing incredible work in our area. Regular partners include Orchestras Live, Stowmarket Chorale, Leading Lives, Careeriosity, Suffolk Poetry Society, Naturalists Society, Suffolk One, Pop Chorus, Natural England, Primary Care Suffolk, Public Health Suffolk, Suffolk User Forum, Parkinson's UK, Little Voices, and many more.
Full List of Regular Events, Classes & Workshops
John Peel Centre, Church Walk
Contact: events@johnpeelcentre.com with subject “Shebang”.
Contact Karen: karenlouisedance@gmail.com
Contact Liz: stowmarketyouththeatre@gmail.com
Contact Jane: janespencerrolfe@gmail.com
The B Side, 11 Market Place
Contact Daniel: jpcjamnight@gmail.com
Contact George: georgemonger@hotmail.co.uk
Contact Holly: swansongbird@gmail.com
Contact Paul: paulgrahamthomas@gmail.com
Regular Free DJ nights & Live Music – Check our What's On page for upcoming events.
Don’t just take our word for it, here’s what our community say about us…
"Your support and hospitality made all the difference in bringing this event to life, and we’re truly grateful for all your help in making it a success. Your team’s efforts ensured everything ran smoothly... It was a pleasure to work with you, and we look forward to collaborating again!"
Laura & Nina, West Suffolk College
"Super Efficient!"
Kerry, Redgrape Music
"I really did have a fantastic evening from start to finish. Some nights just have that extra special 'thing', and your team and venue created that."
Liz Jones
"The staff were helpful and approachable from set up to set down. We've had many compliments from attendees about how friendly and lovely the staff were. We really had a wonderful evening celebrating."
Private Hirer
"A huge thanks to all the amazing staff at a fantastic venue. Your hard work in keeping live music alive is invaluable, and we cannot wait to return!"
The Celtic Social Club
“First and foremost, thank you and all the staff and team at the JPC the other night our Gig was fantastic and had such brilliant support from all round!”
Antony Downer, Suffolk One
If you are part of, or run a local workshop/class and would like to enquire to hire the JPC, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact bobby@johnpeelcentre.co.uk to discuss further.
