The main hall is spacious, light and airy. It is maintained to a high standard and has the benefit of air conditioning.
The dimensions of the room are approx 20m x 12m (65 feet x 40 feet), making it a larger than average venue for its type.
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The maximum capacity is 190 for theatre style seating, 150 seated at tables or 120 for Banquet seating
(these figures include all helpers and performers).
The hall is adjacent to a large kitchen, a well equipped stage and an licensed bar that are also available for hire.
The Stage
The stage is particularly well equipped for this type of venue.
- 22′ wide and 18′ depth
- Main curtains (hand winch)
- Mid stage travellers (hand line)
- 12 channel lighting system
- Multi channel sound desk. (2 lead and 1 radio microphone are available).