Back Hall & Commercial Kitchen - Hall Hire in Preston for Classes, Training & Groups
Areas in this space (3)
This space contains 3 different areas that can be booked independently.
Back Hall & Commercial Kitchen - Hall Hire in Preston for Classes, Training & Groups
About this space
The Back Hall is a great multi-functional space suitable for regular groups or one-off events. This space is ideal for community gatherings and groups, dance classes and leisure groups, training and workshops, small markets, fairs, and so much more. Attached is the commercial kitchen, with a roller servery window into the Back Hall, plus shared access to an outdoor community garden area and accessible bathroom facilities.
Located inside a Preston heritage landmark, the old church building is said to be the "church built in a day" by the community. The hall's hardwood floors allow for an easy clean-up and a flexible layout within the space.
Moon Rabbit Social Enterprise Café, part of Bridge Darebin, is located directly next door, so hirers can take advantage of delicious freshly brewed coffee and a curated cafe menu during opening times (Mon - Fri 9 am - 2 pm). A catering quote can be arranged.
Capacity: 12 - 80
Space Inclusions:
Hall -
Wifi
45 stacking chairs (additional 65 available upon request, pending availability)
9 folding tables (each seats 4- 6 each depending on configuration) (additional tables available upon request, pending availability)
Large whiteboard with markers
2 TV screens with HDMI cables to connect to laptop (laptop not included) (TV for presentations only, not connected to TV channels)
Heating & cooling
Connected to Commercial kitchen - kitchen can be hired for an additional fee, pending availability
Kitchen -
Ample bench space
Refrigerator
Microwave
Commercial dishwasher
2 dishwashing sinks
1 hands-free handwashing sink
1 standard domestic oven & 1 larger domestic oven
Commercial gas cooktop with 6 burners
Plumbed boiling water
Crockery, cutlery & glassware
Assorted cookware including pots, saucepans & utensils
Space Dimensions: 9.1m x 10m (91 sq m).
Space Configurations:
Dining: maximum 48 - 50 (8 tables of 6)
Theatre style: maximum 100 (60 - 80 is more comfortable)
Classroom: 24 (6 tables of 4)
Boardroom: 24 (10 tables)
A mandatory bond is taken for all bookings, refundable upon return of any issues keys & venue as per Bridge Darebin's Terms & Conditions.
Public Liability Insurance is compulsory for all hirers - if you do not already hold your own, one-off insurance can be purchased through Darebin Council. Proof of insurance must be provided prior to venue hire.
If using your own business insurance, a Certificate of Currency is to be provided.
Alcohol is NOT permitted in any Bridge Darebin venue.
All rooms are to be left as they are found.
You are welcome to arrange the space as you wish, however you cannot use pins (except in the pinboards) or tape on the walls. Any Blu-Tack used must be removed at the end of your hire. Furniture is to be returned to its original location.
Your booking should include enough time to setup and pack down.
Not-for-profit rates available - continue with booking to receive rates.
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About Bridge Darebin
Bridge Darebin is an innovative, not-for-profit organisation, neighbourhood house and certified social enterprise based in Preston and Thornbury. We strengthen our community by providing social, educational and employment pathways to empower those that need it most.
We have a range of spaces available for hire across our five buildings in Preston & Thornbury.
Booking schedule
Extra items and charges
This space has extra items and charges that can be added to your booking. Some may be required depending on your booking time and type, which will be shown at the checkout.
Amenities
Suitable for
Location
220 High St, Preston VIC, Australia
Opening times
Monday
24 hours
Tuesday
24 hours
Wednesday
24 hours
Thursday
24 hours
Friday
24 hours
Saturday
24 hours
Sunday
24 hours
Rules
CLEANING AND RUBBISH REMOVAL (charges apply for non-compliance):
All rooms are to be left as they are found. You are welcome to arrange the space as you wish, however furniture is to be returned to its original location.
The Facilities must be thoroughly cleaned and cleared of all decorations, signs and rubbish.
Floors must be swept with the broom provided.
Spills must be mopped from floors with the mop provided.
Tables and benches must be wiped down.
If utilising kitchen, it must be left with all benches wiped, floors cleaned, ovens cleaned, and all dishes put away.
Rubbish, including balloons, must be removed from the premises. Rubbish (bagged or otherwise) must not be left anywhere on the premises, including in the on-site “wheelie bins”.
No sticky tape, hooks or nails can be used on any walls, doors or door frames.
DAMAGE:
The floors, walls, curtains or any part of Bridge Darebin premises including furniture and fittings must not be broken, pierced by screws or nails, scratched or in any other way damaged (including the use of adhesive tape).
The Hirer accepts responsibility for damage to Bridge Darebin, or to private property, and agrees to meet the full cost of cleaning or repairing or replacing any of these should any damage occur as a result of the hire.
The Venue Hire Manager's assessment of the damage shall be taken as final. The amount assessed will be deducted from any bond held or paid immediately an account is rendered.
SMOKING:
- Smoking is not permitted anywhere on site, including in any of the buildings, in the gardens, playgrounds or yards.
ALCOHOL:
- Alcohol is NOT permitted in any Bridge Darebin venue.
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Additional details
Free 2-hour on-street parking available southbound on High Street after 9:00 am (no restrictions after 6.30pm and all-day Sundays). Clearways apply at peak times.
All-day, free on-street parking is available in David Street, a short walk to Bridge Darebin.
Bell railway station on the Mernda line is about five minutes' walk away, as is the 86 tram route (Bundoora RMIT - Waterfront City Docklands, alight at Bell Street). For those travelling in Zone 2 on the Mernda line, Preston station is the last zone 2 station, and is about ten minutes' walk from the venue.
The 513, 527, 552, 553 and 903 bus routes run within one to ten minutes' walk of the venue.