Leiston Quaker Meeting House
Quaker Meeting House, Waterloo Avenue, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4HE
Leiston Quaker Meeting House, built in 1860, stands on a site once known as Jordans, puchased in 1713 by local Quakers wanting to build a Meeting House. Two cottages were also built on the eastern side, next to the road. By 1857 the buildings were in such a poor state of repair, that Gundy Neave, a Leiston shopkeeper and Quaker worked out that it would be cheaper to build a new Meeting House, than continue to repair the old one. The Meeting House was designed by Ipswich architect William Ribbans, and built by local firm Wright & Kemp at a cost of £555.
There'll be four opportunities to hear an hour of stories from local storyteller Justine de Mierre about the building and the role Quakers have played in shaping our society through the ages. Come and join Justine at 13:00 and 15:00 on Saturdays 12th and 19th September. Current members of the Quaker Meeting will also be on hand to show visitors round and answer questions.
Timings
- Saturday 12 September:
- 13:00 & 15:00
- Saturday 19 September:
- 13:00 & 15:00
Location & directions
Quaker Meeting House, Waterloo Avenue, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4HE
- Directions:
- The Meeting House sits on the crossroads opposite the White Horse Hotel.
- Contact on day:
- George Fox
- Telephone number:
- +441234567890
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 40
- Estimated duration:
- 1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
