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?

Unlike many village halls, Thurlaston village hall does not actually belong to the local Parish Council. The village hall building belongs to the THURLASTON VILLAGE HALL (RUGBY) Charity on behalf of the people resident in the village of Thurlaston, Warwickshire. On behalf of The Village Hall Charity The Village Hall Committee pay for the upkeep and insurance for the hall from funds held in a bank account supervised by the committee treasurer. Funds are raised by hiring out the hall and by various fund raising events. Please feel free to talk to us about any events you have in mind, without your support we could lose our village hall.

 

For administration reasons, the Village Hall title 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. So the land will be registered with the Official Custodian for Charities. It means that if the Village Hall were ever to be sold etc, two current trustees of the hall can sign the appropriate paper work. This avoids the problem of the title being registered with trustees, who could then die or move away to whereabouts unknown.

The Trustees of the hall, known as the Village Hall Committee come from the local community of Thurlaston. They are normally elected by the people of Thurlaston. However, there are usually only sufficient people standing, so elections are seldom held. Anyone resident in the village is eligible to join the committee.


village hall charges and official documents

Venue hire pricing

Terms & conditions

children & vulnerable persons policy

equal opportunities policy

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

    • Cooker
    • Small fridge - please leave switched on
    • Burco boiler, water hot enough to make tea 
    • A full china dinner service set, 40 places. Cupboard under the first sink
    • Wine and beer glasses, glass tumblers. Tall cupboard to the right of the door
    • Mugs - large number. Cupboard under the first sink
    • Electric kettles 4 
    • Microwave small 
    • Sinks 2 
    • Towels and cloths 
    • Tea urn 
    • Tea pots. Cupboard under the first sink
    • Plastic wine glasses. Tall cupboard to the right of the door
    • Plastic cups. Cupboard opposite the first sink
    • Washing up equipment 

  • Non-Catering Facilities

    • Room for 60 standing OR 40 sitting
    • 8 large and 8 small tables
    • 40 comfy chairs
    • Ladies and gents toilets, soon to be converted to unisex disabled and unisex normal toilets
    • Projector Screen and stand,, found in the cupboard next to the kitchen, user supplies projector

    Electric heating - please turn down using thermostat on leaving, do not turn off

    Fluffy cushions in the ceiling - these were professionally installed to help 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 caters for up to 60 people standing or 40 people seated.

  • Where do I get the keys?

    The booking clerk will arrange this with you, usually their own home, or an alternative address if necessary. It is best to email the day before to confirm pick up time.

  • 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?

    The village hall has a full music licence, however, please 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:

  • Is there disabled access

    The hall is  accessible by wheelchair, the toilets are due to be upgraded to make them fully usable by disabled people, currently the ladies toilet is large enough inside for this purpose and may be used by anyone who is disabled.

  • 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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Contact Us

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