Private hire

Hall hire in Brockenhurst

A modern hall seating 80 (or 150 standing), fully air-conditioned and centrally heated, with parking, its own bar and kitchen, close to the centre of Brockenhurst. Catering and bar service available. Book us for a one-off celebration or a regular weekly or monthly slot.

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At a glance

What's available

80 / 150

Guests

80 seated, or 150 standing with no tables out

A/C

Air con & heating

Fully air-conditioned and centrally heated

P

Parking

Parking available at the hall

3

Sessions a day

Morning, afternoon and evening

Bar

Bar service

Our own bar, staffed for your event

Food

Catering

From our fully equipped kitchen

The Hall

Room for your guests

Our modern, spacious hall opened in 2008. It seats up to 80 people at tables, or 150 standing with no tables out. Set it out with tables for a meal, open it up for dancing, or arrange rows of chairs for a talk or an AGM.

  • Seated dining for up to 80 guests
  • Standing events for up to 150, with no tables out
  • Fully air-conditioned and centrally heated, comfortable in any season
  • Parking available at the hall
The hall laid with long tables for a Christmas dinner
Bar & kitchen

Food and drink, taken care of

The centre has its own oak-panelled bar and a fully equipped kitchen. We can provide catering and bar service for your event, so you don't need to find outside suppliers.

  • Bar service for parties, dinners and receptions
  • Catering from our kitchen, from a buffet to a sit-down meal
  • Tea, coffee and refreshments for meetings and classes

Tell us what you have in mind when you send your enquiry, and we'll talk you through the options and prices.

Optics, wines and glasses behind the bar
Gallery

Take a look around

Sessions & regular bookings

Daytime or evening, once or every week

Hire one session, combine two, or take the whole day. Every booking is made up of these sessions.

Morning

Classes, meetings, training

Afternoon

Christenings, wakes, family gatherings

Evening

Parties, dinners, club nights

One-off events

Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings, receptions, wakes and private dinners. Pick your date and sessions on the calendar below.

Weekly or monthly

Running a class, club or society? We take regular bookings on the same day and session every week or month. Mention it in your enquiry and we'll set it up.

Events we host

A venue for every kind of occasion

From a family party to a weekly class, here's how people use the hall.

Parties & celebrations

Birthdays, anniversaries and retirement parties, with room to dance, our own bar and food from our kitchen. Up to 150 guests standing.

Wakes & celebrations of life

A calm, comfortable space after a funeral, with tea, coffee or a bar, and a buffet if you'd like one. We'll keep things simple for you.

Receptions & private dinners

Wedding receptions, celebration lunches and formal dinners, seated for up to 80 with catering and bar service.

Christenings & naming days

An afternoon gathering for family and friends after the service, with refreshments from the kitchen.

Meetings, AGMs & training

Club and society meetings, AGMs, workshops and training days. Set out in rows or around tables, with drinks afterwards if you want them.

Classes & clubs

Fitness, dance and hobby classes on a regular weekly or monthly slot, in an air-conditioned, centrally heated hall with plenty of floor space.

Charity & community events

Fundraisers, quiz nights, coffee mornings and community groups from Brockenhurst and the surrounding New Forest villages.

Something else?

If your event isn't listed, send us an enquiry and tell us what you have in mind.

Please note: we don't host 18th birthday parties

We're happy to host birthday celebrations of every other kind, but we can't take bookings for 18th birthday parties.

How booking works

From enquiry to confirmed booking

1

Pick a date

Use the calendar to find a free date and choose the sessions you need.

2

Send your enquiry

Tell us about your event, how many guests, and whether you'd like the bar or catering.

3

Get your price

We'll review it and email your price, with a secure link to pay the deposit.

4

You're booked

Once the deposit is paid, the date is yours. We'll be in touch about the details.

Availability

Check dates and enquire

Each date shows which sessions are free. Pick a date, choose your sessions and send your enquiry.

Questions

Hiring questions

How many people does the hall hold?

The hall seats up to 80 guests at tables, or holds 150 standing with no tables out. Tell us what layout you have in mind when you enquire.

Where is the hall?

We're at 9 Grigg Lane, Brockenhurst SO42 7PG, a few minutes' walk from Brockenhurst station. It's a short drive from Lymington, Lyndhurst, Sway, Boldre and Beaulieu. Directions and map.

Is there parking?

Yes, parking is available at the hall.

Is the hall heated and air-conditioned?

Yes. The hall is fully air-conditioned and centrally heated, so it's comfortable for a summer party or a winter evening.

Can you provide food and drink?

Yes. We have our own bar and a fully equipped kitchen, and we can provide catering and bar service. Mention it in your enquiry and we'll include it in your price.

Can we book the hall every week?

Yes. We take regular weekly and monthly bookings for classes, clubs and groups. Send an enquiry for your first date and tell us how often you'd like it.

Do you host 18th birthday parties?

No, sorry. We can't take bookings for 18th birthday parties. Other birthday celebrations are very welcome.

Why are some dates or sessions unavailable?

The centre is also home to our lodges, so some sessions are taken by lodge meetings. Those are shown as unavailable on the calendar.

How do I pay?

Once we've confirmed your price, we'll email a secure online payment link for the deposit. We'll hold your date for a short time while you pay it.