This magnificent Victorian Ballroom was originally designed by the architect G. T. Hine, and was built in 1894/5 for the community at the former Herrison Hospital. It has been recently restored to its former glory thanks to tireless campaigning by local residents after threat of demolition during the redevelopment of the hospital site.

We are grateful to those who contributed to keeping this beautiful building here for all to enjoy.

The ballroom has an impressive hammer beam ceiling, a resilient wooden floor and stained glass upper windows. The south aspect enjoys beautiful countryside views. A large extended stage, excellent sight lines and first class acoustics makes the ballroom a popular venue for musical events. The ballroom has played host to world class musicians, choirs, shows, conferences, wedding receptions, parties and clubs…its versatility is endless !

Room size: 23 metres by 13 metres

Sound System with two lapel mics, one cabled microphone, four radio hand microphone, plus two overhead microphones and incorporating a hearing loop is available in the hall on request. DVDs can be shown using using the large 4mtr. x 3mtr. screen and Laptop Computer. Connections for iPod or guitar are available. Clients should assume that an audience over 40 persons will require use of at least one microphone for speech use. Musical instruments and vocals do not necessarily require amplification in the Ballroom as the acoustics are very good for this type of sound.
Audio Visual A large 4mtr. x 3mtr. rear projection screen and Laptop Computer with connections to the sound system is available for use at PowerPoint presentations.
Stage lighting is covered by eight 500 watt Selecon Acclaim PC spots situated in front of the stage on two lighting bars to either side of the hall. Eight 1,000 watt Selecon parcans situated on two pre-wired lighting bars over the stage. Two Led Parcans are also available for colour effects. There are a further eight spare sockets for extra lighting over the stage. The lighting is controlled through a 24 channel set of dimmers. All lighting and sound can be controlled from either the rear of the hall or from stage left. Extra lighting can be arranged.
Caterers, Bands, Disco’s
A list of suppliers that have been recommended to us by clients who have found their services satisfactory can be found under the BOOKINGS tab on this website. We have no financial connection with any of these nor can we be responsible for their services.
Assistance can be given if these items are used. Stage Management, and Wedding planning services available.
Should you require any further information, help or advice on the audio visual equipment please call Vincent Haslam on 01305 263 406 or email vincenthaslam231@btinternet.com.

23m x 13m

Light and airy, dual aspect, function/conference room with serving hatch to the kitchen for serving refreshments. Dimmable and standard lighting is a feature of this room. Pull down 72 inch screen and Broadband link, Audio Visual Projector and Laptop also available for use. A 60 watt sound system enables clients to play DVDs with sound on their laptops computers in this room.Room size: 10.5 metres by 5.0 metres

11m x 5m

A second meeting room is now available. Previously the school room, Toad Hall is a large airy room with two separate entrances and a divider screen to enable a separate meeting to take place apart from the main meeting.

The room is carpeted and has a white board for illustrations or projecting images. Toad Hall also has it’s own sink and light refreshment facilities to compliment the hand washing and toilet situated in a small adjoining room.

A broadband connection can be wirelessly enabled in all rooms and a laptop audio visual projector and for those clients not wishing to use the white board for the projection of images, a 72inch screen is available.

A 20 watt sound system enables clients to play DVDs. Ipods, CDs and sound from their laptops computers in this room.

Room size: Toad Hall measures 8 x 5 metres. With the divider the main part is 5.40 x 5; the smaller part is then 2.60 x 5 metres.

8m x 5m

Yes

Cooker: Small catering type with gas hob of 5 rings.
Microwave oven: Standard domestic combination type.
Hot water urns: 1 large and 1 small electric urn plus 2 electric kettles.
Dishwasher: With quick wash cycle (23 minutes)
Refrigerator: 1 larder type (shared with other hirers)

Crockery: Village Hall standard. Approx 60 sets of large dinner plates, tea plates, soup/dessert bowls, tea cups and saucers plus an assortment of non-matching items. Obviously wedding receptions and smart occasions deserve smarter cutlery and crockery which your caterer can supply.

Cutlery: Approx 60 sets of dinner knives and forks, dessert spoons, teaspoons (possibly less as they seem to disappear!), 12 tablespoons plus an assortment of non-matching items.

Clients can book the use of the kitchen for preparation of light refreshments. This use does not constitute “Exclusive” use of the kitchen as we only have one kitchen and other clients may wish to use it as well.

Toad Hall has it’s own sink, kettles and crockery for use with light refreshments.

****The kitchen was awarded the Food Safety Hygiene Score – 4 Stars in the last inspection.

4m x 5m