Booking FAQs - Before I Hire

Before I Hire

Where is the Hall?

The hall is on Church Street opposite the Admiral Benbow.  See the Google Maps location HERE

How do I make a booking enquiry? 

Please use the Booking Enquiry form

Is there car parking available? 

The village hall does not have its own car park but there is parking on the road outside, taking care not to block driveways or entrances or cause an obstruction.  There is also an off road car park for approximately 20 cars a short distance away in the Doctors Meadows estate and you can walk up a path a short distance to reach the hall without crossing a road.  Location shown on the map:

What’s the layout of the Hall? 

We have an entrance hall giving access to the Main Hall up a flight of stairs, from the entrance hall are lavatories for ladies and gentlemen. A diagram of the hall layout can be found here:

What access is there to the kitchen? 

The kitchen is open plan in the corner of the main hall and has ideal view from the kitchen to see what’s going on in the rest of the hall. The use of the kitchen is included in the hire charge for the hall. Can I visit the Hall before I book to see if it’s suitable? You are welcome to visit the hall prior to booking by appointment, please contact the enquiries e-mail bookings@rxitvillagehall.co.uk to arrange your visit. 

Can I visit the Hall before I book to see if it’s suitable? 

You are welcome to visit the hall prior to booking by appointment, please contact us on  bookings@rxitvillagehall.co.uk to arrange your visit.

Can I arrange a Bouncy Castle for my party?  

Yes. The hall is quite large and has accommodated many bouncy castles.  We recommend Shropshire Inflatables who are familiar with our village hall.  However, bouncy castles and inflatables are not covered on our hall insurance so you do need to hire them from a reputable company who provide insurance with the hire of the inflatable. 

Is there a stage and sound equipment? 

There is a stage, but it is not available for general hire.  However, the hall does have a public entertainment licence.  Equipment would need to be hired. 

Is there WiFi in the Hall? 

Yes. WiFi is available in the hall free of charge to hirers.  If you wish to have access to it please email bookings@rxitvillagehall.co.uk for the login details and read our internet usage and wifi policy in our policies section. 

What is the capacity of the Hall? 

The hall can accommodate 120 people when all seated in theatre style, and approximately 50 when at a tabled or activity event.   

Are there facilities for the disabled? 

Currently, the hall is only accessible to those that are able to climb the stairs to the first floor where the main hall is situated.  

Do you have cutlery, wine glasses, beer glasses, cups, saucers, plates. tables, chairs? 

We have plenty of seating and tables available and also crockery, and plastic and glass cups that can be used as part of the hire as long as it is all washed up, dried and put away after your hire. 

What appliances are available in the kitchen? 

There is a kettle available in the hall but not currently any cooking or refrigeration appliances. 

NB You must bring your own bin bags, table cloths and tea towels, as these are not provided. 

Is there any free time allowed for setting up and/or clearing up? 

We ask that you book and pay for all the time you will be in occupation; this will include any time necessary for setting-up and clearing down. 

Can I provide alcohol at my event? 

If you intend to provide alcohol at an event for which money changes hands at any point, you will need a licence. For example, you will need an alcohol licence if you sell tickets which include a free drink, if you sell alcohol at a bar, or if you provide alcohol to members of a club. You would need to seek the permission of the committee to apply for a Temporary Event Notice from Shropshire Council.  If alcohol is provided at the event completely free of charge, no licence is required. However you must seek the approval of the Management Committee for all events at which alcohol is to be provided. 

When do I pay for my hire? 

Casual hirers must pay at the time of booking as per the booking form. 

Do you have any restrictions as to who can hire the Hall?

We do not hire the Hall to anyone aged less than 18 years, nor to anyone who may still owe money to the Hall for any reason. There may be some activities or events for which we would choose not to hire out the Hall.  The hirer must be present on the premises during the hire of the hall at all times