Aylburton Hall Facilities

Facilities

The Hall is suitable for meetings, concerts, private parties, family occasions, funeral receptions, community and charity events as well as regular weekly hire by clubs.

'Teenage' parties are not allowed.

The Hall dates from 1920 and features a small memorial garden fronting on to the road. The large window at the Hall end admits a geat deal of light and is listed. This end of the building is in the conservation area.

The large main Hall is approx. 14m by 6m with a traditional, sprung, wooden floor. It has a high airy ceiling and is well lit. It features a type of roof truss used in the period of the Great War.

The main Hall is large enough for 110 people standing or 80 seated. It is in excellent decorative order (recently redecorated throughout, with new lighting and window blinds). There is a small bar situated at one side.

The Hall now benefits from Gigaclear UltraFast Broadband and WiFi.

Heating is oil-fired with 6 large radiators.

There are five toilets - 3 ladies and 2 gents but no disabled facilities. There is a baby changing unit. (We are investigating improving disabled access). Disabled access is via the side lane and Fire Exit.

Kitchen Facilities

The new kitchen, installed in 2020/21 has ample work surfaces and is equipped with a cooker, large larder fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, tea urn and kettles. There is sufficient crockery and cutlery for 40 persons.

External catering for bookings can be provided by arrangement. Licencing can be provided by arrangement.

There is a serving hatch, which means the kitchen can be separated from guests.

Other Facilities

Playing Field

There is a large playing field behind the Hall and the Methodist Church. It is used by the community and by local football clubs. It is also the home ground of the Forest Exiles CC.

The playing field and the changing facilities in the Hall are also available for hire.

At the top of the field there is a new children's play area.

Tables, chairs and gazebos are available for use on the field.

The field also has an electricity supply.

The field can be hired separately for sports events or car boot sales.

Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when on the field. Waste bins are provided.

Camping on the field is not allowed.

Parking spaces are limited but additional parking can be arranged on the field for large events if required.

Football teams wishing to use the field should contact the Secretary to discuss their requirements for the season.

Cricket teams should contact Mr Keddle.

Bookings

We no longer ask for a deposit. However we will charge the hirer if the premises are not left in a suitable condition for the next user.

Please note, we are a Charity, entirely funded by our small fees or voluntary donations. We are also entirely run by volunteers.

If the website fails to update any price increases, the Treasurer or Secretary can provide the updated prices. Thank you.

Booking fees will be as stated by the Secretary on Booking.

For further information please contact the Secretary.

Contact details are on the left of each page.

COVID-19 Compliance

Due to COVID-19 imposed limits on the number of people allowed in the Hall to 25 standing or 20 seated, with a 2m limit observed. Face Masks were to be worn if Social Distancing was not practicable. Organisers / Hirers were responsible for their own Risk Assessment, Control Measures and retaining a record of attendance for 21 days to support NHS Track & Trace.

Thank You