Do I need a licence to serve alcohol at my event?
If you will be selling and supplying alcohol at your event, you will require a licence to do so. Arrangements can be made to use the hall’s alcohol licence or you can apply to the local authority for a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) that will last for 7 days. A licence will not be required for alcohol being given away providing there is no charge / donation. If alcohol is included as part of a ticket or entrance fee, then a licence will be required.
See: Bars / Alcohol
Can I have a bouncy castle at our event?
Yes. Bouncy castles and other inflatable activities are permitted at Benenden Village Hall.
See: Children’s Parties
Does our event have to finish by 11:00 pm?
Benenden Village Hall holds a Premises Licence for licensed activities between the hours of 09:00 and 23:00 permitting plays, films, indoor sporting events, live music, recorded music, dance performances, and the sale & supply of alcohol. A Temporary Event Notice (TEN) will be required for licensed activities outside of these hours.
Can I hire the hall on a bank holiday?
Yes. Benenden Village Hall is available to hire 365 days of the year.
Are any discounts available for hiring the hall?
Yes. Discounted rates are available for parish residents or persons hiring the hall on a regular basis.
See: Hire Charges
Do I need to allow extra time for setting up and clearing away?
Yes. The times of the booking must include any time required for setting up and for clearing away afterwards. Hirers are asked to leave the hall clean & tidy as there may be other hirers using the venue after them. The cleaning cupboard in the foyer / lobby has a range of cleaning equipment.
