QVSR Felixstowe Seafarers Centre

QVSR Felixstowe Seafarers Centre








QVSR Felixstowe Seafarers Centre
Website: https://www.qvsr.org.uk/qvsr-felixstowe/ 
Centre location: Felixstowe Seafarers Centre, operated by QVSR. 
Transport bookings and enquiries:
  • +44 (0)7968 306381 
  • +44 (0)1394 613502 
Volunteer and general enquiries:
  • Telephone: 01394 675944
  • Telephone: 01394 673599 
  • Email: qvsrfelixstowe@qvsr.org.uk 
Opening hours:
  • Open daily from 10:00 to 22:00 GMT.

What this organisation does

QVSR Felixstowe Seafarers Centre provides welfare, recreation and practical support for visiting seafarers in the Port of Felixstowe. The centre welcomes approximately 10,000 seafarers each year and also supports an unmanned seafarers' centre in Ipswich. 
The centre offers a safe and welcoming place where seafarers can relax, stay connected with family and friends, access chaplaincy support, and enjoy leisure facilities while their vessel is in port. 

Who can use the service

The centre is intended for seafarers visiting the Port of Felixstowe. Transport between ships and the centre is available, helping crew members access the facilities during their port stay. 
Geographical coverage:
  • Port of Felixstowe. 
  • Additional support is provided to an unmanned seafarers' centre in Ipswich. 

Support available

QVSR Felixstowe Seafarers Centre provides:
  • Data SIM cards and phone top-up services.
  • Free Wi-Fi access. 
  • Satellite television. 
  • Bar and light refreshments. 
  • An on-site shop. 
  • Recreation facilities including pool, table tennis, foosball and air hockey.
  • Chapel facilities and access to chaplains. 
  • Transport to and from vessels in port. 

Features and benefits

Seafarers using the centre may benefit from:
  • A welcoming shore-based environment away from the vessel. 
  • Opportunities to contact family and friends through Wi-Fi, data SIMs and phone top-up services. 
  • Affordable refreshments and shopping facilities in one location. 
  • Recreation and social opportunities that can support wellbeing during time in port. 
  • Access to pastoral and spiritual support through the chapel and chaplains. 
  • Convenient transport arrangements between ships and the centre.

How to get help

  1. Contact the centre using one of the transport numbers if you require collection from your vessel.
  2. Visit the centre during opening hours, which are daily from 10:00 to 22:00 GMT. 
  3. Use the centre's facilities, welfare services and chaplaincy support as required. 
  4. For general enquiries, volunteer opportunities or additional information, contact the centre by phone or email. 

Things to check before contacting them

  • Confirm the latest transport arrangements if your vessel is alongside or working to a tight port schedule.
  • Check current opening times before travelling, particularly during public holidays or special events. 
  • Have your vessel name and berth details available when arranging transport.
  • QVSR Felixstowe Seafarers Centre: https://www.qvsr.org.uk/qvsr-felixstowe/ 
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