Description

The War Memorial Hall, opened in 1956 in honour of those who served and those who lost their lives in two World Wars, is used on a daily basis for all manner of activities and events. The Hall, with disabled access, can accommodate 130 seated in rows, theatre style, or up to 120 when tables are used, a hearing loop is installed. Activities which take place in the main hall range from toddler groups, quiz nights, classical music recitals, live entertainment events, talks, dances, charity fundraisers, children’s parties, wedding receptions and other private functions and fitness classes. The Main Hall: The hall has a wooden floor area (8.5m x 15m) with marked out badminton court, and stage (7.4m wide x 3.81m deep). A BenQ projector is installed together with a motorised drop-down screen measuring 3.5m x 2.65m for films and slide show presentations, blackout curtains, Grotrian Steinveg Grand Piano used for concerts and recitals, and Freesat connection. Garden Room: The Garden Room (5m x 9m), is equipped with easy chairs and tables and is suitable to accommodate smaller meetings or groups.. The Garden Room is also used as the bar and refreshments area for events taking place in the Hall. Freesat connection is available. Green Room: This room, 7.2m x 5.2m, located at the rear of the Memorial Hall is ideal for all yoga and pilates classes and for baby sensory classes. It has sprung flooring with underfloor heating, privacy curtains, WC, sink. With access directly to the stage, the room is also used as the backstage dressing room when live performances take place in the main hall. Projector, sound-bar and Freesat connection are available. Kitchen: The industrial kitchen, 3.5m x 5.5m, fully equipped including all cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery, is used to provide weekly Meals-on-Wheels dinners and can cater for large parties, dinners, receptions, etc.

Good To Know

Venue requires third parties bringing in electrically operated equipment to show evidence of holding current Portable Appliance Tests (PAT)

There is a sound limiting device fitted to this venue. Usually installed as a licence condition, these devices can have an adverse effect on live or recorded musical entertainers by shutting down electrical power in the event of too much noise, or by forcing the entertainers to play through a controlled PA system. The "cut off" type limiters have been known to be triggered by audience cheers and clapping. This can significantly impact your enjoyment.

Venue has confirmed they do not accept bookings for young adults - e.g. 18th/21st birthday parties

Venue has stated the following limitation(s): No parking is available on site unless for one or two cars. This is often used to drop off equipment for an event and or for disabled access to the hall. However, parking can be accessed at the Co-op Supermarket nearby.

Suggested DJs

The following DJs and discos all cover the Chipping Norton area and are suggested by needadisco.com for events at Charlbury War Memorial Hall.

Frequently-Asked Questions

What types of event is Charlbury War Memorial Hall suited to?

Charlbury War Memorial Hall is suitable for a wide range of uses as a private hire venue.

What is the capacity of Charlbury War Memorial Hall for a private function?

Our understanding is that Charlbury War Memorial Hall can hold around 260 people for a formal function - probably more for an informal party.

Is there any parking at Charlbury War Memorial Hall?

According to the information provided to us, Charlbury War Memorial Hall has parking for approx. 3 vehicles on site or very close by.

Does Charlbury War Memorial Hall offer catering for private functions?

It is our understanding that there are kitchen facilities at Charlbury War Memorial Hall which are made available to hirers or their appointed external caterers. There may be a charge for using these facilities - check this with the venue.

Is Charlbury War Memorial Hall fully accessible?

The venue (or a representative) have told us that Charlbury War Memorial Hall is fully accessible to wheelchair users and the infirm. The extent of this and any specific special requirements will need to be taken up with the venue directly.