How much will it cost to hire the hall for my event? £20.00 an hour for locals/£24.00 an hour for non-locals. Go to: Bookings/Documentation/Hire Fees
How do I know if I qualify for the locals rate? The is a map showing the area that qualifies for the local rate. Go to: Bookings/Documentation/Map of Local Hire Charge Area
Are there any security deposits required? Yes Security Deposits are required. Check ‘Security Deposits’ for details of our scale of charges. Go to: Bookings/Documentation/Security Deposits
How will I access the hall for my booking? Our Caretaker Chris Ashworth (07508 937 861) will meet you at the venue 15 minutes prior to your booking time to let you in and show you round. He will return at the end of your hire time to check the hall and lock up.
Is there a ‘grace period’ before or after my booking time? For most bookings there is a ‘grace period’ of 15 minutes before and after the period of hire for which you have booked.
Do I need to clean up after my event? Yes. A supply of cleaning materials, tools and products are supplied for use by hirers to leave the hall and/or the Committee Room in a clean and tidy state. Hirers need to be aware that time needs to be allowed for this when booking.
What appliances are there in the main kitchen? A large 6-burner gas oven, a large upright fridge and two electric kettles. There is no dishwasher but there are two sinks, both supplied with dishcloths, scourers, wash-up brushes and washing up liquid. A supply of tea towels is also available.
Is there a bar at the hall? No. There is a servery hatch that faces into the hall with a fridge, freezer and a stock of pint and half-pint glasses.
Is there any crockery, cutlery in the kitchen for use by hirers? Yes. There is a wide range of large plates, side plates, dessert bowls, pasta bowls and mugs. (approximately 50 of each item) Additionally, there is a wide selection of wine glasses of various sizes stored in the wall cupboards. All these are included in the hire price. There is also a supply of plastic bowls and tumblers for children.
Are there any tables and chairs for use by hirers in the Main Hall? Yes. There are 18 folding tables (1800mm x 600mm) and approximately 50 padded chairs. N.B. The two table tennis tables stored in the Main hall are NOT included in your hire.
Are there any tables and chairs for use by hirers in the Committee Room? Yes. There are 15 folding tables (900mm x 600mm) and approximately 20 padded chairs.
Is there an accessible toilet at the hall? Yes. There is an accessible toilet to the right of the main entrance in the Main Hall. There is also a Baby Change Unit in the same area.
What about a toilet in the Committee Room? Yes. There is a unisex toilet for use by hirers of the Committee Room. This is not an accessible toilet.
Are there any tea-making facilities in the Committee Room? Yes. There is a small kitchenette complete with electric kettle, cups and plates.
How big is the Main Hall? The hall measures 11.21m x 11.6m at its widest point and 11.21m x 7.65m at its narrowest point – a total area of approximately 110sq.m. Maximum capacity to comply with fire regulations is 120. Go to: Bookings/Documentation/Floor Plan
How big is the Committee Room? The Committee Room measures 7.8m x 4.5m – a total area of approximately 34sq.m.
Is there a car park at the hall? Yes. There is a small car park that will take 5 cars to the side of the hall for exclusive use by hirers. There is a large, free village car park to the rear of the hall with the capacity for 35 cars.
Is there a telephone at the hall? No. Hirers are advised to bring charged mobile phone to their event.