Hall Hire - 1930s Venue for Hire in Morden, London

An original 1930s hall for hire in Morden. Attractive two-toned wood panelling and exposed beams. A warm, light, versatile venue with good transport links to London.

UPDATE: Restrictions apply due to the pandemic. Regular group bookings may resume from May 17, depending on the activity. Please check the latest government advice for updates.

Facilities

The hall is approximately 12.7m long and 7m wide. It can seat a maximum of 87 people in rows and 58 people around tables. (This is reduced to a seating capacity of around 30 people with social distancing).

There are two unisex toilets, one with disabled access and baby changing facilities; WiFi; and a small kitchen with range cooker, microwave, and coffee making facilities.

There is also an enclosed garden area, which is ideal for children.

The use of chairs (45), tables (14), kitchen, and display screen is included in the price.

Table approx. 76cm (w) 121 (L) x 70 (h)

Location & Parking

The hall is located in Morden, next to St George’s Church on Central Road (SM4 5RJ, Map).

There are good transport links with Morden Tube, St Helier Train station and various bus routes nearby. See directions.

There are 6 parking spaces in front of the adjacent church. There is plenty of free on-road parking on weekends and in the evenings.

There is flat access to the hall for disabled users. Read more.

Uses of Hall

The character and versatility of the hall make it suitable for a variety of activities, including events, meetings, music rehearsals or concerts, keep fit or exercise classes, educational training or filming.

We regret that we are currently not able to accept bookings for parties. The hall is not suitable for ball games. The purpose of hire and activities involved must not conflict with the beliefs or practices of the church.

Details

Please see tabs below for hall price, minimum hire, availability, conditions, and frequently asked questions.

CONDITIONS OF HIRE

The basic conditions are as follows:

Own cleaning and disposal of rubbish is required. (Extra cleaning is necessary during the pandemic)
No alcohol is permitted.
Hirers must abide by our Safeguarding Policies.
Regular hirers must have their own liability insurance, and excercise instructors must be qualified.

Full terms of hire are available upon request.

PRICE

The hall is hired at a competitive hourly rate and discounts are offered for regular community group users.

Weekday rates (Mon to Fri): £20 per hour for regular community bookings. £28 for one-off or commercial bookings.

Saturday rates (not Sundays): £28 per hour for regular bookings. £38 per hour for one-off bookings or commercial use. Minimum booking times apply (see tab for details).

A refundable breakage/cleaning deposit of £100 is required at the time of booking.

MINIMUM BOOKING

For regular bookings the the minimum booking time is 1 hour.

For one-off use, the minimum booking time is 3 hours midweek and 5 hours on Saturdays (or £190).

Time needed for set up and clearing away should be included in the booking time.

For example, a one hour class will typically need at least 15 minutes at the start and end of the session to allow for set-up, greeting people, clearing away and cleaning. The total time of booking would therefore be 1.5 hours.

AVAILABILITY

FAQ

Can we decorate the hall?

By all means. Pins, sticky tape and Blu Tack cannot be a fixed to the walls, however. Please include the time needed for set up in the in hire.

Can we use a bouncy castle in the hall?

Bouncy castles can be used in the back garden or in the hall. You must check that the company has liability insurance of £2m. The ceiling of the hall is approximately 233cm at its lowest point, rising to 323cm in the centre.

Can we play music in the hall?

Yes, provided that noise levels respect the neighbours. For certain performances and live music, an Event License must be obtained from the Local Council. Read More.

Can we hire a sound system and projector?

A PA system and projector may be hired at an extra cost, subject to availability.

Is there WiFi?

There is high speed WiFi throughout the building, which hirers can use at no extra cost.

What type of cooker do you have in the kitchen?

We have a 110cm Rangemaster cooker with 6 gas hobs, a double convection electric fan oven and 2 electric grills.

What is the parking like in the area?

Full details of travel, access and parking can be found here.

How can we pay for the hire?

Bank transfer is our preferred method. We also accept cheques and cash. Payment needs to be made 4 days before the hire.

When will my deposit be returned?

We aim to refund the deposit within 14 days after the end of the hire period – providing the terms of hire have been met and there are no breakages. In practice, this is usually returned much quicker.

Contact

For more information or to view the hall, please complete the form below (preferred), or contact the office. :

t. 07746 332495 e. hire@stgm.uk