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Godmersham & Crundale Village Hall is an excellent fully-equipped venue for hosting Corporate Functions, Exhibitions, Away-Days and Meetings, large and small. It is offered at competitive, all inclusive rates.
We have a Main Hall that seats up to 130 in a banquet setting or 150 in ‘Theatre’ setting. Larger numbers can be accommodated for events which are primarily ‘standing’.
The smaller John Sunley Room can be used separately or as an extension room to the Main Hall, and is ideal for setting up buffets for larger gatherings, or simply as a venue for smaller meetings.
A large and well appointed Kitchen has been designed with the professional caterer in mind, offering them the space and equipment to work in to provide food and drink for your event. You can of course utilise the kitchen yourself.
We have over two acres of grounds with ample space for outdoor activities, displays etc
General Licensing
We are licensed for licensable activities to be undertaken from 7am to 11pm. Licensable activities are the performance of plays, indoor sports events, playing live music, playing recorded music, performance of dance, other entertainment, facilities for making music, facilities for dancing, entertainment facilities.
Alcohol Licensing
If you are giving alcohol to guests or staff during a function, then NO LICENCE is required.
If you wish to sell alcohol, or are hiring a Pay Bar, you MUST have a license. One advantage of 'Pay Bars' is they often have their own licenses - however, please confirm with your supplier first.
It is your responsibility to ensure the correct license is held and that the licensing conditions as required by law are met. A Temporary Event Notice (click for info) may be needed and must be obtained by the hirer at least 21 days in advance from Ashford Borough Council.
Included in Hire
The following are included in your hire price:
- Car Park
- the Hall Building, Kitchen and all equipment
- Tables, Chairs, Disco & Mood Lighting
- Sound System / PA
- Hi Speed WiFi
- Stage if required
- Digital Projector and Screen
- Plates, Cutlery, Glasses (*see below)
- Heating and Lighting
*A certain number of plates, cutlery and glasses are included in the booking price. However, if you are holding a formal banquet requiring uniformity of style and colour, you may wish to hire the items in externally. You should also arrange your own soft furnishings such as table cloths and napkins.
We have 10 rectangular Go-Pak tables, 15 five foot diameter round tables, and 140 chairs. The tables all seat 6 to 8.
Note that we have a full set of sound activated disco / mood lights and high quality Sound System/PA. All you need to provide background or dance tunes is a device capable of playing music (Smart Phone, Tablet, Laptop) with a playlist and a standard headphone socket.
Costs
We operate a two fee system, for residents and non residents. Residents of Godmersham Parish and Crundale Parish are eligible for discounted rates. Proof of residency may be requested if you are not known to the bookings secretary.
Non Residents
Hourly fee: £18.00 / £9.00 half hour.
Residents
Hourly fee: £13.00 / £6.50 half hour.
A deposit is required, and is refunded to you by BACS transfer within 7 days after your booking, once the hall, grounds and equipment have been inspected.
Non Residents: £150 deposit
Residents: £100 deposit
More details on our hire rates for all types of bookings can be found on our TERMS & PRICES page (to follow)
