Addison Centre - Kempston

13/05/2026

04/04/2026

THE SLOOP GROGGY DOGS @ THE ADDISON CENTRE

FRIDAY 15 MAY @ 7.30PM

Haul up your anchors and set sail for the Addison Centre as ‘the best sea shanty band to sail out of Bedfordshire’ belt out traditional songs of the sea packed with rum, women, whaling and sailing! Having played at Tower of London, the Cutty Sark and sea shanty festivals in Falmouth, Harwich, and Brancaster you can be sure the Dogs will provide a roaring good time from the first note to the last chorus. Come as you are or in fancy pirate dress - all are welcome. Grog and other drinks available from the licenced bar, ships rations from the kitchens and a large car park in which to secure your vessel. Tickets on sale now from

Sloop Groggy Dogs – UK's Most landlocked Sea Shanty Band It’s been said we’re “the best Sea Shanty band to sail out of Bedfordshire” and we’ll happ...

21/03/2026

PINT PULLERS, WINE MEASURERS AND SPIRIT LEVELLERS WANTED

Due to the ever increasing bookings at The Addison Centre we are looking to recruit more casual bar staff for weekend and weekday evening work. The Centre is Kempston's own community owned independent facility and a venue for parties, events, weddings etc. Previous experience of bar work would be preferred but not essential. Applicants must be 18+ with a pleasant manner and a smart appearance. £12.71 per hour plus holiday pay. If interested please send your name, contact phone number and details of any relevant experience by email to [email protected] Previous applicant are welcome to reapply.

14/03/2026

COULD YOU RUN THE ADDISON CENTRE?
Kempston Community Association are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to provide a minimum of six months maternity cover for our existing Centre Manager. The Addison Centre is Kempston's largest community centre and is used by schools, businesses, community groups and private individuals. The position is office based for 15 hours a week and involves managing two caretakers, taking online and phone bookings, ensuring the requirements of the hirers are met and that arrangements are in place for unlocking and locking the premises. Rate of pay: £15 per hour (FTE £29,250) Start date: 18 May 2026
For further details and how to apply email [email protected]

09/03/2026

THE THREE COUNTIES SEA SHANTY SHOW OF THE YEAR
Come dressed up if you like - Pirates and Shanty Crew welcome!
Food on sale via the ticket portaL (pre order to guarantee service)
Tickets https://buytickets.at/sloopgroggydogs or via the QR code.

11/01/2026

CASUAL BAR STAFF WANTED COULD YOU PULL OUR PINTS?
Or pour wine and spirits? Due to the increased bookings at The Addison Centre we are looking to recruit more casual bar staff for weekends and occasional weekday evening work. The Centre is Kempston's own community owned independent facility and a venue for parties, events, weddings etc. Previous experience of bar work would be preferred but not essential. Applicants must be 18+ with a pleasant manner and a smart appearance. £12.21 per hour plus holiday pay rising to £12.71 from April. If interested please send your name, contact phone number and details of any relevant experience by email to [email protected]