Rooms & Facilities.
Whether you’re hosting a large wedding reception or an intimate meeting, we have a function room to suit your needs.
Amber Hall
Ideal for wedding receptions, theatre performances, conferences, and parties.
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Amber Hall Size:
15.88m × 8.7m (52ft x 29ft)Amber Stage Size:
7.48m × 6.31m (24.5ft x 20.7ft)Capacity:
Theatre or conference: 170 people
Wedding or dinner party with round tables: 130-140 people
Buffet or refectory with rectangular tables: 150-160 people
Evening reception or standing buffet: 190 people
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Named after the nearby River Amber, the hall offers spectacular views of the playing fields and the surrounding countryside.
This modern and spacious room features a vaulted ceiling that is 6 meters high, creating a light and airy atmosphere.
Double doors open onto an outdoor patio area overlooking the local playing fields. The patio can be utilised for outdoor seating, a hog roast, and/or the addition of a gazebo.
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Audio-Visual & Lighting:
3m screen, projector, professional stage lighting, and integrated sound system
Operable from stage or sound booth; microphones and induction loop available
Kitchen Facilities:
Double oven, hob, dishwasher, fridges, freezer (on request), hot cupboard, and more
Suitable for professional or amateur caterers; hire cost varies by use
Tables & Chairs:
Circular tables (5ft, seat 8-10) and rectangular tables (varied sizes) included in hire
Crockery & Cutlery Hire:
Available for £2 per person (up to 200 people)
Includes plates, bowls, cutlery, and basic tea/coffee service
Licensed Bar:
Fully stocked and staffed by volunteers; corkage available for own wine (£10 per bottle)
Local ales, spirits, wines, and soft drinks provided
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Amber Hall starts from £29 per hour
See our full pricing guide below
Fabric Room
Ideal for small functions, classes, seminars and meetings.
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Fabrick Room Size:
8m x 7.33m (26.2ft x 24.1ft)Capacity:
Theatre or conference: 80 people
Wedding or dinner party with round tables: 50 people
Meeting or classroom with rectangular tables: 50 people
Evening reception or standing buffet: 90 people
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Named after the large gritstone boulder located on the hillside east of the village, known locally as the "Fabric of the Village."
The Fabric room is at the front of the building and has dual-aspect windows that create a light and airy atmosphere and showcase views of the beautiful Ashover hills.
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Audio-Visual & Lighting:
Projector unit with 2.4m wide screen
PA system with wireless handheld or headset microphones
DVD and CD player
Kitchen Facilities:
Double oven, hob, dishwasher, fridges, freezer (on request), hot cupboard, and more
Suitable for professional or amateur caterers; hire cost varies by use
Tables & Chairs:
Circular tables (5ft, seat 8-10) and rectangular tables (varied sizes) included in hire
Crockery & Cutlery Hire:
Available for £2 per person (up to 200 people)
Includes plates, bowls, cutlery, and basic tea/coffee service
Licensed Bar:
Fully stocked and staffed by volunteers; corkage available for own wine (£10 per bottle)
Local ales, spirits, wines, and soft drinks provided
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The Fabric Room starts from £23 per hour
See our full pricing guide below
Rattle Room
An intimate space, ideal for small meetings, clubs, or educational classes.
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Rattle Room Size:
6.36m x 4.15m (20.9ft x 13.6ft)Capacity:
Meeting or conference: 20 people
Classroom or dinner party with rectangular tables: 12 people
Buffet: 12 people
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The Rattle Room is named after the distinctive "knocking and rattling" sounds of stocking frame knitting machinery, which were once familiar in Ashover village during the Industrial Revolution.
Though the smallest room in the centre, it offers a cosy, intimate space that is comfortable and finished to the same high standards as the rest of the venue.
The Rattle room can also be used alongside one of the larger function rooms to provide extra space for storage and extra seating or as an area to set out a buffet.
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Audio-Visual:
A portable projector (with built-in speakers) and a screen can be set up in the room on request.
Kitchen Facilities:
Double oven, hob, dishwasher, fridges, freezer (on request), hot cupboard, and more
Suitable for professional or amateur caterers; hire cost varies by use
Tables & Chairs:
Circular tables (5ft, seat 8-10) and rectangular tables (varied sizes) included in hire
Crockery & Cutlery Hire:
Available for £2 per person (up to 200 people)
Includes plates, bowls, cutlery, and basic tea/coffee service
Licensed Bar:
Fully stocked and staffed by volunteers; corkage available for own wine (£10 per bottle)
Local ales, spirits, wines, and soft drinks provided
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The Rattle Room starts from £13 per hour
See our full pricing guide below
Grounds & Pavilion
Grounds & Pavilion
The Hall is next to the local tennis courts, a public playing field, and a modern children's play area.
A garden patio at the edge of the field provides space for indoor and outdoor events, with room for seating, a small marquee, and stalls like a hog roast.
Hall renters can access the play area and field, and summer cricket matches across the field offer a nice backdrop for events.
The Parish Sports Pavilion, which has showers, toilets, and changing rooms, can be hired based on availability.
Theatre groups often use it and it features a door that connects it to the Hall, making it suitable as a backstage area.
Wedding parties have previously rented nearby fields from local farmers for camping and have booked the Pavilion for showers the next day. Please ask us for the farmer’s contact details if interested.
Accessibility & Parking
Accessibility
Ashover Parish Hall meets all government guidelines regarding the provision of disabled facilities. These include ramps, an accessible toilet and hearing induction loops in the Amber Hall and Fabric rooms. There are baby change facilities within the accessible toilet.
We welcome guide and assistance dogs under the Equality Act 2010, ensuring our facilities are accessible and inclusive for everyone.
Parking
Ashover Parish Hall offers ample parking for up to 80 vehicles in the Parish Council free carpark.
Additional parking may be available on the nearby showground field upon request.
Room Hire Prices
Amber Hall
8am-7pm: £29per hour
7pm-12am: £32 per hour
Amber Hall with Stage
8am-7pm: £34 per hour
7pm-12am: £39 per hour
Add theatre lighting: £10 per hour
Fabric Room
8am-7pm: £23 per hour
7pm-12am: £27 per hour
Bar & Kitchen
Kitchen Hire: Prices vary depending on use, please contact us.
There are additional crockery, bar drinks and corkage charges - please request these when enquiring about a booking.
Pavilion
Meeting room - £6 per hour
Showers & toilets - £10 per hour
All facilities - £15 per hour
Rattle Room
8am-7pm: £13 per hour
7pm-12am: £16 per hour
Other Facilities
Sound System & projector: Starts from £15 per hire. Available in Amber & Fabric.
Booking & Payments.
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To check availability or to schedule a viewing of our rooms and facilities, please contact us through our form here. Appointments are required, as our opening hours may vary.
Alternatively, you can call us at 01246 590005 to enquire or to set up a viewing appointment.
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Once your reservation is provisionally confirmed, we will send you a link to fill out our booking form and sign our terms and conditions online. We will provide you with the total cost of your booking once we have your specific requirements as indicated in the booking form.
We hold provisional bookings for 14 days to give you time to complete and return the booking form along with your deposit. Please note that if we do not receive the deposit and booking form within 14 days, the dates and times will be made available to other clients.
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Deposit Information:
For a single-day booking, we typically request a deposit of £20 or £50.
For multiple-day bookings or weddings, a deposit of £100 is required.
Please note that these amounts may vary depending on the specific event.
Security Bond:
We charge a refundable security bond of £100 for all evening parties.
This bond must be paid before you collect your keys.
An additional bond may be required for weekend events or if the hirer provides their own alcohol.
Payment Methods:
Accepted payment methods for Parish Hall hire include:
Cash
Card payments (please note there is an additional charge for credit card transactions)
Cheques made payable to Ashover Parish Hall (address below)
Online payments
For online payments, please use the following details:
- Sort Code: 09-01-55
- Bank Account No: 79558703
When you make an online payment, please use your full name as the reference and let us know afterwards so we can confirm receipt.
Paying the Remaining Balance:
The remaining balance will be invoiced via email and must be paid in full no later than two weeks before your hire date unless prior arrangements have been made (for local authorities or charities).
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Our staff are not always on-site, and our reception hours vary.
We are typically open four days a week, so please check our opening hours page for the most up-to-date information.
To arrange a suitable time to visit the hall and collect a key, kindly contact us a few days before your booking.
We will meet with you to explain how to use the alarm system and clarify emergency procedures, such as fire exits. Don't worry—it's all very simple!
FAQs
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We don’t provide room setup—but that’s part of the charm! Our flexible, multifunctional spaces are yours to arrange however best suits your event. Just be sure to return everything to its original place when you're done.
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Your booking includes chairs and tables, so you’re all set for seating and setup. If you’ve added the kitchen to your hire, you’ll also have access to basic crockery to help with serving and refreshments.
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Yes, we’re happy to arrange a viewing. Please include this on your contact form and we will schedule a convenient time.
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Yes, a deposit (depending on booking type) is required to secure your booking. This will be deducted from your final payment or refunded after the event, subject to terms and conditions.
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We’re flexible with most types of bookings and love seeing how people use the space! Just a few things to note—we can’t allow candles, straw or hay bales, or smoke machines. Please let us know if you are considering fireworks. If you’re planning something a bit out of the ordinary, feel free to get in touch and chat it through with us
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We know accidents can happen—if anything gets damaged during your hire, we just ask that you let us know. Any repair costs may be taken from the security bond, but being upfront helps us keep the space great for everyone!
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Yes, we kindly ask all hirers to keep noise to a respectful level—especially in the evenings—so we can be good neighbours to those living nearby.
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Our staff are usually around during office hours, but there may be times when you're onsite without anyone present. Don’t worry—a contact number will be provided in case you need help with anything during your hire.