The Old Station Club
Stamford Bridge
Stamford Bridge Sports Hall Association
Our community resource providing a social club, heritage centre, indoor sports hall, and youth club
A not-for-profit organisation
WELCOME
It is the home of the Platform 66 Youth Club and Heritage Centre, the Indoor Sports Hall and the Club.
Our 1300+ members club exists to generate funds for the upkeep of our buildings and to provide facilities for the local community.
We welcome individuals and groups to contact us if you think our facilities might help fulfill your needs.
In the following pages you will find details of our facilities and how to use them.
There is so much to see, something for everyone, in a delightful setting. We have a range of rooms and lovely outdoor seating area for every event, with food and drinks available, including two guest hand-pulled ales which are changed every week. SKY Sports and TNT Sport are shown in three different rooms.
Our Heritage Centre details local history, from the Romans through the famous battle of Stamford Bridge to the coming of the railway. Our centrepiece is the Stamford Bridge Tapestry depicting the 1066 battle that occurred between King Harold Godwinson and King Hardrada, after winning the Battle, King Harold and his soldiers marched south to Hastings where he was defeated by William the Conqueror. Our tapestry creators took their inspiration from the Bayeux Tapestry detailing the events leading to the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
The club sits alongside Route 66 the Sustrans cycleway from Beverley to Manchester. The Club is open every evening and from 12 noon on a Saturday and Sunday .
There is ample parking in our own car park and children's playground opposite the club.
Learn more about our facilities on the following pages....
PLATFORM 66 - YOUTH CLUB
We are proud to provide a fun, safe and exciting space for kids and teens - school Years 6 to 11, ran by our dedicated and inspiring Youth Club Leaders.
We believe our Youth Club, Platform 66, is so important to the community, strengthening and creating friendships between the kids of our village and surrounding areas whilst also getting them involved with a huge range of creative activities.
We love hearing suggestions from the kids about what they would like to do or see at Platform 66. From their amazing ideas put in our suggestion box (that we keep out during the evening), we have created great themed nights such as:
- Movie night with popcorn
- Board games night
- Glow stick discos, and many more!
Our Youth Club Leaders also love hearing suggestions from parents about any improvements we could make, so please feel free to get in touch with any ideas. We are here for our community.
Youth Club is on every Monday during term time 6:30pm - 8pm. We have a tuck shop available on site for snacks and drinks.
At Platform 66 Youth Club, you will find:
- Space to hang out with your friends in a safe and warm environment.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air Hockey (new to us and much bigger!)
- Games
- Fun activities
- Pool Table
- PlayStation 4
- Music Room
If you/your child would like to join our Youth Club, please use our sign up form here: Sign Up Form
Please contact us via our FaceBook page if you would like any further information or have any questions.
We believe our Youth Club, Platform 66, is so important to the community, strengthening and creating friendships between the kids of our village and surrounding areas whilst also getting them involved with a huge range of creative activities.
We love hearing suggestions from the kids about what they would like to do or see at Platform 66. From their amazing ideas put in our suggestion box (that we keep out during the evening), we have created great themed nights such as:
- Movie night with popcorn
- Board games night
- Glow stick discos, and many more!
Our Youth Club Leaders also love hearing suggestions from parents about any improvements we could make, so please feel free to get in touch with any ideas. We are here for our community.
Youth Club is on every Monday during term time 6:30pm - 8pm. We have a tuck shop available on site for snacks and drinks.
At Platform 66 Youth Club, you will find:
- Space to hang out with your friends in a safe and warm environment.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air Hockey (new to us and much bigger!)
- Games
- Fun activities
- Pool Table
- PlayStation 4
- Music Room
If you/your child would like to join our Youth Club, please use our sign up form here: Sign Up Form
Please contact us via our FaceBook page if you would like any further information or have any questions.
PLATFORM 66 - HERITAGE CENTRE
The Platform 66 Heritage Centre is the latest addition to the facilities at the Old Station Club. An unused part of the old Station house has been converted into a Heritage Centre and Youth Club, this has been an ongoing project over a number of years and was completed in 2020, but continues to develop.
Stamford Bridge has an important part in English history. In 1066 King Harold defeated the Viking army at Stamford Bridge and learnt after the battle that the Normans had begun their invasion of England. So Harold raced with this army to Hastings on the south coast where Harold was killed and his army defeated.
The Platform 66 Heritage Centre is the home to the Stamford Bridge Tapestry, which like the medieval Bayeux tapestry has been painstakingly worked by members of the local community. It tells the story of the King Harold`s exploits and is displayed in glass cabinets on the walls of Platform 66. It is a fascinating piece of work and is the centrepiece of the Centre`s archive.
There is also a pictorial timeline of village life from the Roman period up till the present day. As this archive is housed in the Old Station building there is lots of information about the local railway and the impressive viaduct that crosses the river close by.
In 2024 we added the standards of the Stamford Bridge British Legion branch, these are now permanently displayed within Platform 66.
Stamford Bridge has an important part in English history. In 1066 King Harold defeated the Viking army at Stamford Bridge and learnt after the battle that the Normans had begun their invasion of England. So Harold raced with this army to Hastings on the south coast where Harold was killed and his army defeated.
The Platform 66 Heritage Centre is the home to the Stamford Bridge Tapestry, which like the medieval Bayeux tapestry has been painstakingly worked by members of the local community. It tells the story of the King Harold`s exploits and is displayed in glass cabinets on the walls of Platform 66. It is a fascinating piece of work and is the centrepiece of the Centre`s archive.
There is also a pictorial timeline of village life from the Roman period up till the present day. As this archive is housed in the Old Station building there is lots of information about the local railway and the impressive viaduct that crosses the river close by.
In 2024 we added the standards of the Stamford Bridge British Legion branch, these are now permanently displayed within Platform 66.
PLATFORM 66 - HOME OF THE STAMFORD BRIDGE TAPESTRY
Our beautiful tapestry is open for viewing by visitors and is managed by Friends of the Tapestry.
We are able to offer private visits to the Tapestry with a talk on the history of the Battle of Stamford Bridge, how the Tapestry came about and how it was stitched.
If you are interested in visiting as a group we can offer a Wednesday in the daytime with tea, coffee and cake with a speaker for £7.00 a head.
To visit as a group, please contact our bookings secretary Ann on 01759 371521 or 07769702399 or email annchatten@btinternet.com
Lunches can also be arranged in advance.
If you just want to come as an individual then Platform 66 is open for tea, coffee and biscuits on most Tuesdays from 10am to 2pm. It is possible that there will be someone to answer your queries but we cannot guarantee it unless you book as a group. If you are coming on a Saturday then it is recommended that you contact the Club on 01759 371204 as Platform 66 is occasionally booked for private functions.
Stamford Bridge Tapestry merchandise can be purchased directly.
You can read more about the tapestry and its merchandise here: www.stamfordbridgetapestry.org.uk
We are able to offer private visits to the Tapestry with a talk on the history of the Battle of Stamford Bridge, how the Tapestry came about and how it was stitched.
If you are interested in visiting as a group we can offer a Wednesday in the daytime with tea, coffee and cake with a speaker for £7.00 a head.
To visit as a group, please contact our bookings secretary Ann on 01759 371521 or 07769702399 or email annchatten@btinternet.com
Lunches can also be arranged in advance.
If you just want to come as an individual then Platform 66 is open for tea, coffee and biscuits on most Tuesdays from 10am to 2pm. It is possible that there will be someone to answer your queries but we cannot guarantee it unless you book as a group. If you are coming on a Saturday then it is recommended that you contact the Club on 01759 371204 as Platform 66 is occasionally booked for private functions.
Stamford Bridge Tapestry merchandise can be purchased directly.
You can read more about the tapestry and its merchandise here: www.stamfordbridgetapestry.org.uk
STAMFORD BRIGE HISTORICAL TIMELINE
THE INDOOR SPORTS HALL
The Indoor Sports Hall, which was formerly the Station Goods Shed, is situated at the rear of the Club Car Park. The Sports Hall is equipped with full changing facilities.
Club members are able to hire the Sports Hall on an hourly basis. Membership of the Club can be arranged by completing a simple form and paying a small annual membership fee. Terms and conditions of hire are available from the Manager.
In 2019 acoustic sound proofing was installed in the Sports Hall and in 2021 the Sports Hall had its heating system replaced. During early 2023 a new entrance ramp and accessible toilet were installed.
Club members are able to hire the Sports Hall on an hourly basis. Membership of the Club can be arranged by completing a simple form and paying a small annual membership fee. Terms and conditions of hire are available from the Manager.
In 2019 acoustic sound proofing was installed in the Sports Hall and in 2021 the Sports Hall had its heating system replaced. During early 2023 a new entrance ramp and accessible toilet were installed.
THE CLUB
The club comprises a number of rooms for its members which are the old ticket office, the bar area, the 70 seater Mallard room and Platform 66, a Heritage Centre room and Youth Club. A number of the old station`s original features are still preserved and most pictures displayed are railway related. There is also a well equipped kitchen suitable for the provision of food and refreshments, when required.
We have SKY SPORTS and TNT Sports available on three large TVs located in different parts of the building.
Membership
Membership of the Club is open all year round; memberships are renewed annually. To become a member an application form must be submitted to the Committee (which meets monthly) for their approval. Current membership fees are £6.00 for senior citizens and £8.00 for everyone else; there is a joining fee of £3.00. To join the club, please ask for a membership form at the Bar.
The club is open to members, temporary day members and ‘signed in’ guests.
Hiring the facilities
Members are able to hire the Club's facilities for family and community events such as funeral teas, birthday and wedding celebrations, christenings, baptism parties etc. The Club has a fully equipped kitchen and food can be provided for events. Please contact the Manager to discuss requirements and costs.
CLUB OPENING TIMES
For 2024 the opening times are:
MONDAY 5 - 11pm
TUESDAY 5 - 11pm
WEDNESDAY 5 - 11pm
THURSDAY 5 - 11pm
FRIDAY 3 - 11pm FOOD SERVED 4PM - 8PM
SATURDAY 12 - 11pm FOOD SERVED 4PM - 8PM
SUNDAY 12 - 10pm
Any changes to the above times will be notified here and on our social media pages.
CHRISTMAS DAY 11.30AM - 1PM
BOXING DAY 12NOON - 6PM
NEW YEARS DAY 3PM - 9PM
WHAT'S ON?
The Old Station Club has a busy calendar of regular and one-off social events as well as member teams participating in local darts and domino leagues.
Club food - burgers and pizzas served Friday and Saturday evenings 4pm - 8pm
Quiz nights on the 2nd Friday in the month
Music & Karaoke nights
Bingo every Wednesday 8.30 - 10.30pm
Cuisine nights
Party nights
SKY SPORTS and TNT SPORTS
All events are on the Club Diary which you will find on this website
Drop in to find out what's on this week, or call us on 01759 371204
Club food - burgers and pizzas served Friday and Saturday evenings 4pm - 8pm
Quiz nights on the 2nd Friday in the month
Music & Karaoke nights
Bingo every Wednesday 8.30 - 10.30pm
Cuisine nights
Party nights
SKY SPORTS and TNT SPORTS
All events are on the Club Diary which you will find on this website
Drop in to find out what's on this week, or call us on 01759 371204
OUR HISTORY
Work was then started on the Station House itself to convert part of this into a ‘Members Only’ Social Club known as ‘The Old Station Club’, the revenue from which, being used towards the upkeep of the Sports Hall and The Old Station Building. This building has been extended over the years to arrive at the building seen today.
Both buildings are owned by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council and are leased to the Association. As part of the lease the hall must be available, for use in the afternoons by the Stamford Bridge Schools. Free of charge.
CONTACT US/booking
- 24 Church Road, Stamford Bridge, York, UK
- YO41 1DG
