The Village Hall and Recreation Grounds are situated centrally in the village.
Several local organisations use the Village Hall. As a result of hiring, the hall hosts various events of diverse interest. The Carpet Bowls Club meets here as does the Silver Ash Club, and a Dog Training class. The hall is also used as a venue for local and village events, annual events and private functions. The Parish Council hold their monthly meetings in the smaller of the two halls.
The main hall has a curtained stage, a modern kitchen and toilets. There is also a small hall with double doors into the main hall. The small hall has its own entrance, toilet facilities, a small but useful kitchen area and can be hired independently. Both halls have access to an enclosed open space with a covered patio. This area is gated and opens onto the recreation ground. Here is a large playing field suitable for sporting activities and a new children's playground.
The hall is available to hire for functions, parties, classes etc The small hall currently costs £12 per hour and the main hall £15 per hour to hire.
To book please contact:
Janet de Vries, Booking Secretary - Tel: 01359 258393
For all other enquiries please contact badwellashvh@btinternet.com
The approx sizes of rooms and the maximum permitted number of people are as follows:
Main Hall: 14.5 x 8.7 m
Seated at tables - 90; Mixed occupancy (tables and dancing area) - 120; Dancing - 240; Closed seated audience - 150
Small Hall: 9.3 x 6 m
Seated at tables - 50; Mixed occupancy (tables and dancing area) - 75; Dancing - 110; Closed seated audience - 100
Other Approximate Sizes:- Stage: 8 x 5 m; Kitchen: 3.8 x 3.9 m; Fenced outdoor area: 13.5 x 6 m
There is a booking deposit of £50 subject to terms and conditions.
The Village Hall Committee is currently fundraising locally and applying for grants to allow for future major renovation. The plans for improvements and renovation are subject to consultation, with all appropriate bodies concerned. Some modernisation has already taken place but more is needed.
The Recreation Grounds provide space for playing football, cricket etc, and there is a children's playground for children aged 2-12 years, along with a recently installed new area consisting of four pieces of adult outdoor exercise equipment, an outdoor table tennis table and a basketball hoop.
Dogs are allowed on the Recreation Grounds provided they are on a lead.
The Village Hall and Recreation Grounds are held in Trust for the use of people in the Parish.