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We may be a small village but we have a lovely, newly refurbished hall that's available to hire for celebration events, birthday parties, sports and community events. Our large hall regularly hosts weekly sports activities including Gym Buddies for young people. You can hire the centre and individual rooms for celebration events such as children's birthday parties with a range of packages to suit most budgets, live music and rehearsal space. Meeting or quiet room hire is available (together with free wifi) in our newly refurbished office suite. If you're looking for catering facilities we have our very own cafe and a range of catering packages available for special events. Our outside space is equally stunning, with a newly landscaped garden area plus a children's play area. To make our events even more special we have recently been granted an alcohol licence to support our special events and private hire functions available from our new bar area Hedley's, named after the local pit.
Situated in the heart of Quaking Houses, a small village in County Durham close to Stanley but convenient for Chester-le-Street and Consett, we are easy to travel to with plenty of parking available on site. As a former mining village, we are proud of our heritage and the Quaking Houses mining banner is on permanent display at the hall.
As a charity, all the money we raise from our venue hire, ticket sales and fundraising is invested back into our local community including providing food and support for those in need, regular advice and support sessions, wellbeing and fitness advice as well as community events.
Hire our venue
Sports hire
We have a purpose built sports hall great for group activities and large events. Plus we have a meeting room and separate cafe area for additional smaller groups.
Children's Birthday Parties
Celebrations
We have a fantastic range of children's party activities and packages to suit all ages and interests including soft play, bouncy castle, crafts and use of our outdoor play area.
Our newly refurbished hall is a fantastic venue to celebrate your special party, celebration or wedding. Packages are available including external caterers, entertainment and florists.
Get involved
We are a vital part of our local community, providing a focal point for engaging activity, support for vulnerable people and a lifeline for the isolated and lonely. As a charity we rely on our earned income and the generous donations given.
You can help support us by:
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Buying a ticket to one of our special events, booking our venue or making a donation.
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Volunteering at events or clubs. We have lots of exciting and rewarding opportunities to volunteer with us. Whether you have a few hours a week or a month, or would be willing to help out at our special events we'd love to hear from you.
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Taking part in our community initiatives.
Activities, clubs and special events
We have a wide range of weekly activities and training for all age groups for you to get involved in. Lots of activities are free to join or for a small charge. Keep an eye open for our special events such as comedy nights, parties and live entertainment. All proceeds from venue hires and ticket sales is invested back into the centre and our local community. See below for the weekly activities diary and special events posters. To book tickets for any events click Buy Tickets in the menu tab.
Weekly clubs and activities
Monday
Stay & Play
9.30am - 2.30pm.
No need to book, 2 hours play, £2 per child. Suitable for up to age 5.
Refreshments available.
Community Pantry
11am-3pm
A variety of fresh, chilled, tinned and frozen items available.
(Changes on a weekly basis.) Accessible to all.
Any 10 items for £4.
Community Meal
4pm- 6pm
Come and join us for good food, company and chat. Main meal and dessert
sometimes a surprise starter.
Pay as you feel. All donations go towards continuing the community meal and supporting the building.
Mans Club
6.30pm - 8pm
(Every 2 weeks)
Come along and join our male volunteers for a chat and activities.
Suggested donation £2
Tuesday
Stay & Play
9.30am - 2.30pm.
No need to book, 2 hours play, £2 per child. Suitable for up to age 5.
Refreshments available.
Community Pantry
9am-3pm
A variety of fresh, chilled, tinned and frozen items available.
(Changes on a weekly basis.) Accessible to all.
Any 10 items for £4.
Wednesday
Woman's Hub
9.30am -12
Contact Vicky for more information.
Thursday
Walking Group
10.30am - 12pm.
No need to book, Just come along and join our friendly group of walkers for a walk in our gorgeous area.
Lunch Club
12pm-1pm
Main meal, dessert and tea/coffee
£5
Roller Skating
4pm-6pm
Skating only £3
Skating and food £5
Suitable for ages 4 - 12.
Own skates welcome or we have a small supply available to use.
Friday
Coffee Morning
9.30am - 12pm.
No need to book, Come along and have a cuppa with our volunteers who are always happy to chat.
Gardening Group
10.30am -12pm
No need to book, pop along and help get involved in our community garden project.
Drop in Support
12pm-1pm
Free advice and support session for anyone needing help with CV writing, letter writing, form filling or correspondence, benefits advice, referrals and signposting to specialist support.