Hire

Our main hall is suitable for all occasions including family celebrations, theatre productions, concerts, shows, meetings and classes. It is dog friendly.

The Main Hall is on road level and is accessed via a short flat ramp to the front door so it is accessible to all. There is on street parking outside the Village Hall and there is a Parish Council car park opposite. At certain times of year parking is free and at other times the first hour is free.

The hall is 13 metres long, 6.5 metres wide, 3 metres to the bottom of the lights and has a maximum seating capacity of 90 in a theatre style layout and standing with no tables or chairs of 110. For a café style layout for events such as weddings, we can comfortably seat 70, normally 10 people per table. However, this maybe less depending on the stage configuration required for an event.  The kitchen meets current Food Hygiene standards for light refreshments, minor food preparations & cooking with hot meals prepared off-premises. For details about other Hall facilities, go to the About us page.

To check availability, go to the Calendar.

To enquire about a booking, complete the online booking form.

For more information or to enquire about a booking, contact Mandy Smith, the Secretary. 

A deposit may be required when your booking is confirmed.

If you hiring the hall to hold an event or regular class open to the public, see our list of suggestions for advertising it.

For details of what can be done in the Village Hall, see the list of our current Licences & Insurance.

Hire costs

Hall: £10 per hour and must include the time needed to set up and clear away. The cost includes the use of gopak folding tables (16 x 6ft x 3ft & 10 3ft x 3ft), banquet stackable chairs (90), fridge, kitchen utensils, crockery and items for making and serving hot and cold drinks and light refreshments. This is reviewed annually and if it is decided to increase it, the new rate will come into effect from the 1st January. 

Kitchen equipment (ovens, hobs, warming cabinets, microwave, toasters and dishwasher): £5 per morning, afternoon or evening session

Kitchen additional equipment (second fridge, freezer, wine coolers and wine buckets): £10 per booking 

Heating: Wall mounted heaters operated by a coin meter which takes £1 and £2 coins and is located in the foyer.

Other equipment/facilities available for use on request

Stage: The stage is very versatile and can be configured to various heights & sizes. There is a stage permanently in place, however, changing the size and configuration can only be done by people who knows how to do it. If you would like to increase the size of the stage, ensure you state this on the booking form with the name of the person will be taking responsibility, if you have one.

Projectors and Large Screen: There is a ceiling mounted projector and remote controlled screen that can be lowered over the stage. The use of these can be requested for special occasions, such as 'A Celebration of a Life'. Please note, the ceiling mounted projector can only be operated by a Trustee. There will be an additional charge for the use of this equipment, price available on request. If you wish to request the use of the fixed projector and screen, ensure you state this on the booking form.

If no Trustee is available or if you prefer, we have a mobile projector that can be used. There will be an additional charge for the use of this equipment, price available on request. If you wish to request the use of the mobile projector and screen, ensure you state this on the booking form.

Lighting & Sound: We have a top-quality lighting and sound system that greatly enhances every type of event held here. The lighting system features adjustable LED fixtures that can create bright, clear illumination for meetings and performances or softer ambient light for social gatherings. With modern controls, we can easily set moods and highlight key areas of the hall, making the space more versatile and visually appealing. The sound system delivers excellent clarity, ensuring speeches, music, and performances can be heard evenly throughout the room without distortion. Wireless microphones and a user-friendly control panel make it simple for anyone to operate. Together, these systems have transformed the hall into a professional and welcoming venue suitable for concerts, community events, and private celebrations alike. On booking, arrangements will be made to show hall hirers how to use these facilities.

We welcome your views and ideas on the Village Hall. For example, additonal equipment or facilities you would like to see in the village hall.

Available for hire away from the hall (bookings only accepted 2 weeks before the date)

Gopak Folding Tables: large (6ft x 3ft) & small (3ft x 3ft) - donation per day

Banquet Stackable Chairs: can only be used inside - donation per day

Cost of hiring other equipment is available on request from the Secretary by emailing downderryandseatonvillagehall@gmail.com.