COMMUNITY GROUPS, SPORTS, PRIVATE FUNCTION HIRE
Consists of an 18m x 11.7m hall, able to accommodate an audience of around 200 seated. The building also includes two meeting rooms (10 and 16-person capacity), a large kitchen, store rooms, toilets, changing rooms and a P.A. system.
The facility can be hired for community events, sports, business meetings, memorial services, youth groups and other social events, as well as private function hire.
BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION
The provision of a community hall and sports facility was made as part of the initial planning agreement between Wealden District Council and Welbury Farm developer, Taylor Wimpey.
The Town Council, which agreed to take on responsibility of the new James West Community Centre, considered various proposals for the design of the building in 2013 and formally agreed a design plan which will allow the Council to accommodate a wider variety of users and to provide improved facilities which help meet the demands of the local sports clubs and community groups.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS
As part of an ongoing improvement programme, several upgrades have recently been completed to ensure the Centre remains a welcoming, accessible and versatile space for all.
Enhancements include the installation of acoustic wall panels in both meeting rooms to improve sound clarity, drop-down projector screens for presentations/events, additional seating in the lobby/foyer area and the reinstatement of timer-controlled car park lighting to promote energy efficiency.
Additionally, a vending machine has been installed, offering snacks and refreshments, and netball and pickleball courts have been created in the main hall.
BOOKING & ENQUIRIES
For further details about the James West Community Centre, including information on some of the regular hirers and facilities available, or to check main hall and meeting room availability, visit www.jameswestcommunitycentre.org.