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Hemingford Abbots Village Hall is a Community Building open to all. Its purpose is to provide a meeting place for the community and to provide facilities for both recreational and educational activities.

The Foyer provides not only a "greeting" area but is an access to the Hall and Meeting Room and also the cloakroom and toilet facilities. This foyer may be used for small gatherings and leads into the main Hall through double doors.

The Main Hall is air-conditioned and is constructed in traditional style, using a mix of traditional and modern materials offering flexible meeting facilities. A hearing loop has been installed throughout to assist those with hearing difficulties. The rentable space comprises a reception area and two internal meeting areas, all serviced by high quality kitchen, storage and toilet areas. The Main Hall is a light and airy space suitable for use in a variety of formats. It has ample room for the erection of a stage or catwalk, available for hire separately, and when used in this way can accommodate 120 people. For dining, there is seating for up to 90 people at tables, whilst allowing free circulation for table service. A sound system, portable screen and piano are also available for use.

The Main Kitchen is well appointed, being equipped with a double electric range oven, two larder fridges plus a fridge/ freezer, a commercial dishwasher and ample work surfaces. It is well stocked with a range of cooking pans and utensils, and crockery & cutlery to serve 120 people. The kitchen serves the main hall through serving hatches and service doors. It has been awarded 5 stars by the local Environmental Health Officer.

The Meeting Room, which is separate from the main hall and has it's own kitchen, is smaller and more intimate and can accommodate up to 30 in theatre style or a smaller number at tables. It can be used for a variety of events and is self-sufficient with it's own facilities.

Car Park The village hall has car park, free for use by hall users and connects to the hall and gardens by a gate from the drive.