FAQs

Questions we get asked for bookings at Samlesbury War Memorial Hall.
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How many rooms are there in the Hall?
There is one main hall, two meeting rooms and a small room off the main hall. The meeting rooms can be hired separately or the partition opened to make one larger room. There is also a kitchen, a store room and toilet facilities.
What facilities are available?
- Small stage
- Sound system
- Projector and screen
- Hearing loop
- Simple lighting rig
- Fridges x 2
- Cooker
- Oven
- Small microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kettles x 2 plus water heater
- Preparation table
- Projector and screen
- Fridge
- Movable bar
Do you provide cutlery and crockery?
We provide facilities for making tea and coffee. There are over 100 mugs in the kitchen, tea pots and tea spoons are available.
For events where food is being served, hirers need to provide their own cutlery and crockery.
What is the capacity of the venue?
How many tables and chairs are there for use?
22 x large foldable tables 155cm x 69cm
7 x small foldable tables 121cm x 69cm
3 x small stackable tables 110cm x 55cm
99 chairs in the main hall and store room
40 chairs in the meeting rooms
36 spare plastic chairs
Large oval conference table 274cm x 120cm in the meeting room (not to be removed)
Round dining table 152cm diameter (side room)
Round coffee table 75cm diameter (side room)
Can I have a BBQ?
BBQs are not allowed.
The only caterers permitted outside are professional vans that are fully self contained and have the appropriate insurance eg a fish and chip van.
Can I bring or hire a bouncy castle?
No. Inflatables and bouncy castle are not permitted.
How can I check availability?
The online calendar shows which rooms are available and when.
How do I book?
Check availability on The online calendar.
To initiate a booking from the calendar, click on the ‘+’ sign on your preferred day, and complete the online booking form. After we have reviewed your request, you may receive a phone call or email to discuss the details of the hire.
Confirmation of booking will be sent by email.
How do I make payment?
Regular hirers will be invoiced on a monthly basis.
For parties and one off events, payment must be received to secure the booking.
Once payment is received the booking will be confirmed.
Payment will be required by bank transfer, details will be on the invoice.
Does the venue have WiFi?
Yes. The code is on the main notice board and on the sound system cabinet in the main hall.
Are all rooms wheelchair accessible?
Can I serve alcohol?
Do I need to clean after hiring the venue?
Yes. You need to leave the hall clean and tidy, as found, with all furniture replaced.
Cleaning equipment can be found in the store room or kitchen.
Do I need to take my rubbish away with me?
For regular users, small amounts of rubbish should be placed in the bin at the side of the hall by the Community Garden.
For larger events, please remove your rubbish and recycling as the venue does not have the facility to deal with large amounts of waste.
If rubbish is left at the hall, your refundable bond will be retained.
What is the cancellation policy?
For parties and large events, once you make a firm booking, other requests are refused, so full payment is required.
For cancellation over 28 days, 25% charge will apply.
For cancellation 28 days or less, 50% charge will apply.
Refund of bond where applicable.
How do I access the Hall?
You will receive an access code which will be operative for the duration of your hire. The code will open the entrance door.
It is your responsibility to ensure that the venue is left secure before leaving. All lights turned off, windows and doors shut, rubbish removed and the main door locked.
Will the heating be on when I arrive?
Do you have a car park?
Yes. There is ample off road parking at the venue.