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Village Hall
New Treasurer Needed for Buckland Newton Village Hall
Buckland Newton Village Hall Committee is looking for a new Treasurer.
Are you good with figures and/or have some financial experience?
Are you experienced at VAT returns?
Are you looking for a way to contribute something to your community?
Buckland Newton Village Hall Committee is made up of volunteers and meets
approximately 4 times a year to ensure the smooth running of the Village Hall for
the local community and surrounding areas.
If you think you may be able to give 2 hours of your time a month, please contact
Vincent McKenna on vincent.mckenna@btinternet.com for a more detailed
discussion.
Bookings
To hire either the whole Hall or the Committee Room, please read our
Privacy Policy, the Conditions of Hire and Health and Safety Policy and then
contact the Bookings Secretary on 01300 345455 or e-mail
ian@knappshill.plus.com
Please note that additional Conditions are now included in the Conditions of Hire
to cover Covid-19 precautions.
Please also take note of the Covid Guidelines for Village Hall Users and bring
these to the attention of all attendees at your meeting/function.
Safeguarding Policy
Buckland Newton Village Hall takes its responsibilities surrounding the
safeguarding of children, young people, and adults who may be at risk very
seriously, and has a Safeguarding Policy. If you have any Safeguarding questions
or concerns, please contact the nominated Safeguarding Member e-mail
parishkate0@googlemail.com
Buckland Newton Village Hall (Charity No. 282290)
Redesigned in 2000 and rebuilt to a high standard, Buckland Newton's Village Hall
is the ideal venue for your group's meetings, functions or shows. It's also the
perfect surroundings for private parties, wedding receptions or birthday
celebrations.
The Village Hall is adjacent to the Piddletrenthide to Sturminster Newton
road (B3143) and has car parking. Postcode DT2 7BZ, Grid Reference ST
69363 05198. The Village Hall is approximately 150 yards south (towards
Dorchester) of the Parish Field / primary school crossroads, and 200 yards
north (towards Pulham and Sturminster Newton) of the Old Chapel Stores.
The main hall is light and spacious with large areas of glass in both roof and south-
facing elevations, giving a very pleasant and well-lit environment. In fine weather
double doors can be opened onto the attractive sheltered and covered patio.
The provision of both overhead and adjustable wall lighting provides the ideal
ambience for all occasions. There is a well-proportioned stage, with lighting and a
sound system may be available for hire. The main hall also has a sprung maple
floor, making it ideal for dances and keep-fit.
The Hall comprises the Main Hall, a Committee Room, Kitchen and Toilets
(including disabled access). The Main Hall and the Committee Room may be hired
separately or as a whole.
All heating costs are included in the hire charges. The Hall may be hired by the
session or for a whole day. The Hall is a No Smoking area.
The Main Hall
The Main Hall measures approximately 11.5 metres by 8.5 metres (37 feet by 27
feet). There is a 6 metre by 3 metre (20' x 10') Stage, equipped with a lighting bar
and sound system. A cloakroom/bar area at the back of the hall can be separated
from the main hall by a roller shutter. The lighting may be dimmed as required and
the rooflights are fitted with roller blinds.
The Main Hall will accommodate approximately 130 people seated in auditorium
style, or a maximum of 100 seated at tables.
The Kitchen is fully equipped with oven and hob, refrigerator and microwave and
adjoins the Main Hall via a shutter and serving area.
The Committee Room
For smaller meetings, the Committee Room (measuring 6 metres by 3.5 metres -
20' x 11') will accommodate 20 people. This part of the Hall has just been
refurbished to a very high standard and is perfect for smaller meetings or events.
There is direct access to the kitchen.
Buckland Newton Community Website
in the heart of rural Dorset
Click here to view the Village Hall Brochure