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Below you will find the answers to many questions you may have on your mind, that you have not been able to find the answer to in the documents. If the answer is still not shown please email the booking clerk bookings@barnstonvillagehall.co.uk
Q; Is there any events that are unable to take place?
A; We are unable to accept bookings for teenage parties from outside the village and wrestling due to licensing laws
Q; Are we able to use a Bouncy Castle inside the hall?
A; Yes all we ask is that the floor is fully swept prior to erection, that the castle is clean of soil, dirt, small stones and anything else that may cut into the floor or damage the varnish. The castle shall not be any higher than 2.8meters so that it does damage light fittings or the ceiling. (the suppliers instructions are to be followed at all times to prevent injury)
Q; Can we access the hall earlier than booked to set up and bring in alcohol?
A; If the hall is available we are able to let you have early access, we advise you to pre book and pay the time for setting up and clearing away so the hall is available, as when you start to set up we are unable to offer the hall to other hirers. Please make any suppliers aware of your booked times.
Q; I am running a chairty event is there any discount or chance I can have the hall for free?
A; We are sorry to say we are unable to offer the hall for free use as we are a charity and have high overheads to pay, however the management committee will consider any application for a discounted hire fee for a charity event at the next committee meeting. It is recommended you make your written application as early as possible and send it to the booking clerk (address will be given on application) or via email to the address above.
Q; How many Tables, Chairs and crockery do you have and is it included in the hire fee?
A; Yes all the items mentioned above are included in the hire fee the is a limited amount of crockery at the hall, we are happy to arrange a viewing for you to inspect it is suitable for your needs. There are 10 large tables (approx 6ft by 3ft), 14 small tables (approx 3ft by 3ft) and approxmatly 110 chairs as well as about 30 wooden folding ones which are suitable for use outside.
Q; What happens with alcohol and running a bar at the hall?
A; Well, you have a number of options
1, You can supply the alcohol and give it away to your guests for free
2, You can ask the guests to all bring there own for there own consumption
3, You can apply for a Temporary Events Notice License and this will enable you to sell alcohol yourself or you can employee the services of a landlord who may apply on your behalf and run the bar for you.