Thurlaston village hall

The archives of our Village Hall emanate from 1946 when Miss Mabel Stanley of the Mill House provided the land for the premises under a Trust Deed with the Parish Council of Thurlaston. The facilities were to be held in trust to permit them to be used in perpetuity as a non-sectarian and non-political place for recreation, without distinction of sex, politics or religion.

In 1947 permission was granted to build premises by the Ministry of Works and Rugby Rural District Council under various Town and Country Planning Acts. A licence was granted in February 1947. Subsequently two second-hand army huts were purchased (for a price not exceeding £200) from Ryton on Dunsmore, and erected by a local builder (at a cost of approximately £330). The hall was opened in November 1948.

Today, over seventy years later, the hall along with the church, provide the hub for our community and it is important we continue to care for it. Our Village Hall Committee oversees all aspects of the hall, including its maintenance and the planning of new facilities. By necessity funding is from contributions from numerous events and other fund raising initiatives run by villagers.


Booking the village hall

To contact our Booking Clerk please email thurlastonvh@gmail.com or click the 'Email Booking Clerk' button.

Who owns the village hall?

The village hall belongs to the THURLASTON VILLAGE HALL (RUGBY) Charity Commission number1197617 and is run by volunteer Trustee’s sitting on the Village Hall Committee.



For administration reasons, the title of the Village Hall land was originally vested in the Official Trustee of Charity Lands, which was automatically transferred to the Official Custodian for Charities, when that came into effect in 1961. This means that if the Village Hall were ever to be sold etc, two of the then current trustees of the hall can sign the appropriate paper work. This avoids the problem of the title being registered in the names of specific trustees, who could then pass away or move away to whereabouts unknown.


The Village Hall Committee look after the upkeep, maintenance and payment of bills relating to the hall. The Committee should comprise 7 members: 3 elected annually at the AGM and 4 members appointed by the Parish Council. Funds are raised from hiring out the hall, from donations and from various fund raising events. Please feel free to talk to us about any events you have in mind, as without your support we are at risk of the hall ceasing to be viable and it could be lost

village hall charges and official documents

Village Hall Facilities and Photos

View the slideshow of images to see all available equipment and facilities.

Welcome to Thurlaston Village Hall. With disabled access ramp to the left.

Room for 60 people standing

Capacity for up to 40 people seated

8 small tables available (91cm x 76cm)

8 large tables available (183cm x 76cm)

Normally stored in the shed, key included in renting the hall

40 comfy seats - not to be taken outside.

A kitchen with two sinks and a microwave

Cooker and small fridge also available

A small fridge but enough room for most requirements.

Please leave it plugged in and turned down to minimum after use. Any items left in the fridge after use will be disposed of.

A Burco Boiler. Switch this on as needed, but be aware, the water is very hot.

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4 separate kettles

One small microwave available

Next to our toilets, our display cabinet is protected by 100 micron safety film supplied by Active Window Films.

A full china dinner service set, 40 places.

Our back garden

There is enough room for two marquees which you would need to supply.

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The brown shed on the right belongs to the village hall, you will receive a code on request to this and are welcome to use additional equipment, like extra tables and outdoor plastic chairs.

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Approximately 40 outdoor chairs are available upon request.

  • Summary of Indoor Facilities

    • Halogen hob and electric oven
    • Fridge - please leave switched on 
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing up equipment
    • Burco boiler, water hot enough to make tea
    • A full china dinner service set, 40 places.
    • Wine and beer glasses, glass tumblers.
    • Mugs - large number.
    • Electric kettles 4
    • Microwave small
    • Sinks 1.5
    • Paper Towels and tea cloths
    • Saucepans
    • Tea pots.
    • Plastic wine glasses and cups.
    • Small step ladder and cleaning equipment
    • First Aid Kit 

  • Non-Catering Facilities

    • Room for 100 standing OR 47 sitting
    • 8 large and 8 small tables
    • 48 banqueting chairs
    • Ladies and gents toilets. The ladies has been adapted with grab rails and a raised toilet seat to assist all disabled users.
    • Projector Screen and stand, found in the cupboard next to the kitchen, the user will need to supply their own projector

    Electric heating - please turn down to frost setting using the thermostat on leaving, do not turn off at the switch.

    Fluffy cushions on the ceiling - these were professionally installed to help improve the acoustics

  • Inventory

    • Wine Glasses x90
    • Water Glasses x30
    • Cups and Saucers x39
    • Small Plates x30
    • Large Plates x30
    • Mugs x42
    • Water Jugs x2
    • Milk Jugs x2
    • Large Teapots x3

  • Village Hall Lighting

    Gang of 4 to right of main door:

    Switches from left to right: (Flipped down is on, up off)

    (Taped on) Outside lights - these are operated by PIR detectors

    Front of hall strip light

    Middle of hall strip light

    Back of hall strip light

    Above this 4 gang switch is the main heating switch


    Single Switch above Gang of 4 and main heating to right of main door:

    (Flipped down is on, up off)


    Main hall side wall lights and spot lights

    Single Switch to left of rear emergency exit door:

    (Flipped down is on, up off)


    Outside light in back garden above Rear door - note this is not PIR controlled

  • Kitchen Lighting

    Double Gang Switch just inside the kitchen door:

     

    This operates both strip lights in the kitchen, front and rear (Flipped down is on, up off).


    Double Gang Switch just inside the Glasses Cupboard:

    From left to right (Flipped down is on, up off)


    Single light bulb to the left of the glasses cupboard above the fridge

    Single light bulb in the cupboard housing the filing cabinet to the right of the fridge

  • Toilet Lighting

    Triple Gang Switch just inside the door to your left as you walk in:


    From left to right facing the switch gang (Flipped down is on, up off)

    • Gents toilet
    • Lobby
    • Ladies toilet 

FAQs

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  • How do i book the village hall?

    Please navigate to the booking page to make your booking.

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  • How do i know if the hall is currently available for the dates i want?

    Please navigate to the booking page to check availability.

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  • How much does it cost to hire the village hall?

    Please download the venue hire pricing list above on this page.

  • Is there a car park?

    Unfortunately no. Parking is limited. There is room for a drop-off point in front of the hall, however this can only be temporary parking. There is parking available in the village, however at weekends this can be limited.

  • Who do I pay and how?

    We accept cheques, cash or BACS payment. Please navigate to the Booking page to see the Thurlaston Village Hall Charges for BACS details and whom to make cheques to. Hand cash or cheque to the booking clerk. Payment is due at handover of the keys to the client. Donations are always gratefully accepted, we as hall committee members do not have discretion in accepting donations.

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  • What is the capacity of the hall? Can I see what's there?

    The village hall fire regulations allow for up to 100 people standing\sitting theatre style or 47 people seated around tables. Arrangements can be made to have a look around the hall, by contacting the booking clerk

  • Where do I get the keys?

    The booking clerk will arrange this with you. Usually, the code to the key box will be provided to hirer or arrangements made for a key to be collected.

  • Can I pick the keys up the day before? Can I bring the keys back the day after?

    Provided it does not interfere with other bookings, this is usually OK. Please ask the booking clerk whilst arranging the booking.

  • What happens to the money you get?

    The village hall committee are all unpaid volunteers. All of the money goes towards maintenance of the hall.

  • What if I have any issues with the hall?

    There is a book by the fridge where you can log problems. If they are more severe, or you have a complaint, please initially speak to the booking clerk who will deal with it in due course. Please remember that all the committee members are unpaid volunteers, and everything has to be done by committee.

  • Can I play music in the hall?

    CAN I PLAY MUSIC IN THE HALL?


    The village hall has PRS and PPL music licences and live or recorded music can be played between 8am and 11 pm. If you wish to play music outside of these hours, a Temporary Events Notice would need to be obtained. Please see the details in the ‘Can I sell Alcohol’ section. Please also remember you are in a residential area with people living close by. If you do, please do not make it too loud, and keep within social hours

  • Can I sell alcohol in the hall?

    A. Section 4.2 in the terms and conditions states:


    B. 4.2 Alcohol - The Sale of Alcohol is governed by the Licensing Laws and is only permissible if Hirers have been granted a Temporary Event Notice (“TEN”). The Premises are limited to 15 TEN’s per annum. If Hirers wish to obtain a TEN, permission of the Trustees must first be obtained and should be requested at the time of booking

  • Is there disabled access

    The hall is accessible by wheelchair, the ladies toilet has been fitted with grab rails and a raised height toilet seat for use by male and female disabled users

  • Are there any circumstances when you will cancel my booking or not allow me the booking I want?

    Certain regular events are deemed to take priority, such as the annual fete. The most likely cause of a cancellation by us is that an election of some kind has been called and we need the hall for that.

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    We are indeed and you can click the button below to visit our Facebook page. Whilst respecting other people's privacy, please upload picture of your own times there.

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  • What are those cushion like things hanging from the ceiling for?

    They were professionally installed a while ago after consulting experts on acoustics for the hall. 

  • Do you have a TV Licence for the property?

    No. Please view our TV Licence Reminder, if in doubt as to what you can and can't do without a licence.

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  • Is your electrical equipment PAT tested?

    Yes. Our equipment is either new  or has been PAT tested. Please navigate to the Booking page to see our PAT test certificate.

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  • Is this the same hall as Thurlaston in Leicestershire?

    No. This is a common confusion, that is a totally separate village with its own village hall, to book that go to Thurlaston Leicestershire Village Hall.

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  • When and where are village hall committee meetings held?

    The meetings are held in the village hall bimonthly, all villagers are welcome to attend. To see when the next meeting is, please navigate to the Booking page to see the calendar there.

  • Can I join village hall committee?

    The village hall committee of 7 people normally is open to all residents of the village, from time to time vacancies arise, if you are interested in joining, please talk to any current member.

  • Are the minutes and agendas of the village hall committee meetings available to view?

    Yes, view them on the Village Hall Committee Minutes section

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How to find the village hall

Email

To book the village hall please email:

Directions

Directions from outside Thurlaston

  1. Come in via the bridge
  2. Continue down main street until you see the bus shelter on the right
  3. Turn left down Church Lane
  4. The hall will be on your right

Location

Thurlaston Village Hall

Church Lane, Thurlaston, Rugby, Warwickshire

CV23 9JY