Hire

Hiring the hall.

The Community Hall is a popular venue for many different events and activities.

We are conveniently located a short walk from the ferry, buses and large public car park.

The Hall has a range of facilities, furniture and layouts to suit many types of function, including: parties, receptions, performances, sales, exhibitions, meetings, exercise and other classes.

We can accommodate up to 200 people for informal (standing) occasions, or 100 seated comfortably.
Serving food for your guests is easy from our modern kitchen; whether you are providing your own refreshments, or using a caterer. You are welcome to use our crockery, cutlery, glasses and other equipment.

Our licensed bar can also be requested for your event - just let us know when you book.

The premises are also licensed for music and dancing and the hall is fully accessible for wheelchair users.

How much does it cost to hire the Community Hall?

From 2024 we charge just £15 per hour. This includes the use of the kitchen and optional bar. The length of your Hire will include the time you require for setting up beforehand, arranging the furniture to suit, as well as cleaning and tidying afterwards.

For example, to hire the Hall for a short gathering with light refreshments, might cost from just £30.00

For a more elaborate full evening event, with an exclusive staffed bar and use of the kitchen for catering; could cost as little as £90.00

The Trustees can offer discounts for charities, local not-for-profit organisations and CHOYD members. More information on request

There are THREE STEPS to booking the Hall:

1). First, please check that the dates are available, see the diary on our Hall Calendar page.

2). Then, use the Contact Us page to tell us what you are planning and when, we try to respond within 48 hours.

3). Finally, once we have all the details, we will send you a completed form for you to read, sign and return with your payment and (returnable) damages deposit.

For more information, including How To Pay, you can download a sample of our booking form to see the information we will need to process your booking request.
You can also read about our charges and how we use your data by downloading this Fees and Privacy document

Please remember, the Community Hall is a charity and all hire fees contribute towards our running costs and ongoing improvements. We are run entirely by volunteers, which is why we ask for your help with cleaning and tidying after your booking.

We do have some basic rules for hirers which include:

Safety: fire exits, electrical appliances, responsibility for children and vulnerable adults; no smoking including e-cigarettes; liability for personal injury and property.

Courtesy: consideration regarding noise levels; cleaning and tidying up; taking care with the furniture, decoration, fixtures and fittings.

Cancellation and Damages: Loss or damage, including losses due to late cancellation may incur a (replacement) charge; the repayment of your deposit will be at the discretion of the Trustees.

Full details are on page 2 of the Sample Booking Form.

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