Facilities
Main Hall
The main hall makes up most of the space and is directly in front of you when you enter the foyer. It is currently used by a variety of clubs and meetings and has also hosted wedding receptions and special events.
The hall boasts a large stage area perfect for live music and theatre productions underneath a stunning curved roof. The sound and lighting have both recently been upgraded.
We have a state of the art music/PA system and offer Bluetooth connectivity to any internet enabled device.
New sound boards have recently been installed which greatly improves music quality.
The dimensions of the main hall are:
Width - 9 meters
Length - 18 meters
Height - 5 meters
Main Entrance and Toilets
The main entrance to Southbourne Village Hall is step-free making it easily accessible. The main foyer has access via double doors to the main hall.
Separate male and female toilets are available, with an additional accessible toilet and shower (also available as a changing facility).
Sutcliffe Room (Meeting Room)
This small meeting room is used by many clubs and organisations in Southbourne. The room is equipped with a fixed smart whiteboard and a projector, which is ideal for presentations. Wi-fi is free.
The dimensions of the meeting room are:
Width - 3.3 meters
Length - 8 meters
The Kitchen
The Village Hall includes a large, well-equipped kitchen. The kitchen is open plan, which incorporates a serving hatch into the main hall, a dishwasher, a water boiler for hot drinks, a large cooker, fridge/freezer and a microwave.
We have jugs for serving drinks at parties.
Tea, Coffee and Sugar also available.
The kitchen also has serving equipment, crockery and cutlery, glasses and mugs are also available for your special events.
Hirers are always advised to check before their event to ensure the kitchen and its equipment meets their needs.
Parish Office
The newly refurbished Parish Office has been renovated to provide the space for the Parish Council to rent on a weekly basis.
Supporting them with their needs in the community.
The Garden
At the back and right-hand side of the Village Hall there is an enclosed L-shaped garden.
The Garden has 2 picnic benches, perfect for family gatherings and more recently we have added a bench in the front.
Features and equipment
We have the following features and equipment available at the village hall.
Tables and Chairs
15 large tables - 1.82m x 80m
8 small tables - 92x70m
12 soft chairs (Sutcliffe Room)
2 Large tables (Sutcliffe Room)
121 standard chairs (Main hall)
Other
Upgraded Sound and Lighting System
WI-FI throughout
CCTV covering the lobby and external areas
Push-button entry
Defibrillator
Wheelchair access
Upgraded Fire Alarm system
Smart Screen
Fully equipped kitchen.
Key safe