The Old Goods Shed

A unique venue in the grounds of historic Clare Castle Country Park.

“perfect thank you…we will definitely be booking again” (corporate training/team building day)

“wonderful…the perfect venue to display our artwork” (art exhibition)

“everyone was so impressed…the best venue the [professional flower arranger] has encountered” (flower club)

“thank you for letting us use the superb venue.  We’re discussing follow up workshops already…” (running workshop)

Fully refurbished in 2019 to a high specification, the Old Goods Shed provides modern facilities and easy access within an original Victorian railway building. In the shadow of a medieval motte and a stone’s throw from a beautiful river walk, the Old Goods Shed is a landmark in the historic Suffolk medieval town of Clare.  The Park attracts significant visitor numbers, particularly during the summer months and at weekends.

A characterful, multi use space with easy access to the building and car parking on site, the Old Goods Shed is an ideal place for:

• Exhibitions of all kinds, with excellent natural light and dedicated facilities
• Workshops, seminars, training sessions and away days
• An indoor and outdoor classroom, suitable for railway enthusiasts, local historians, schools and others
• Wedding receptions with a difference, with a country park on the doorstep and access to a range of outdoor activities
• Memorable social gatherings for special occasions

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Facilities available:

• Stunning views of the motte and Victorian former railway buildings
• Use of projector and speaker system with internet access
• Modern kitchen facilities with separate handwash and craft areas
• Display boards and hanging wires for displaying artwork
• Disabled access throughout
• Close proximity to car park (view charges here)
• Onsite café (“Platform One“)

For further information, please complete our enquiry form below, email us or call the Park Office on 01787 277902 (answerphone in operation – we’ll call you back).

You can also download our brochure here.

Hire charges for the Old Good Shed for 2026 and 2027 are as follows:

Session	Cost	Details
Half day	£100	up to 5 hours
Full day	£150	8.30am to 6pm*
Evening, Sunday to Thursday	£100	6.30 to 11pm
Evening, Friday and Saturday	£150.00	6.30 to 11pm
2 to 4 consecutive days	£132 per day	Full day including evening
5 to 9 consecutive days	£121 per day	Full day including evening
10 or more consecutive days	£106.00 per day	Full day including evening

Due to high heating costs we also need to levy a heating surcharge during the winter months, so that we’re not hiring the building at a loss.  The surcharge will depend on the time of year and booking length, so please contact us for a quote.

*Please contact us if you may need to access the building prior to 8.30am.