Our Story
The Village Hall was built in 1924 by civic labour (in the style of 100 men and boys and horse labour) with Charles Dewar as the main benefactor. From the beginning, the Hall has always been self-financing for running costs, maintenance and any development work. The Trustees hold responsibility for maintenance of Hall and The Jubilee Field.
Over the past 100 years, the Hall has been added to and maintained by funds raised through income generated by the Social Club, renting the Hall for use by local clubs, societies and organisations as well as public and private events and from fund-raising events.
The Founding documents were updated in July 2009 and from 2019 The Hall is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation.
Your Village Hall needs you – how can you help?
The Village Hall is entirely self-funding and values all offers of help and support to ensure it continues to thrive and fulfil its role as the social hub of Great Massingham. Please scroll down the page to see how you might be able to help, either by becoming a member, taking part in the Norfolk lottery, donating or by becoming a Trustee.
Structure and Charitable Status
The Hall is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (No. 1182009) overseen by Trustees. The Hall Bar is a Community Interest Company administered by Directors appointed by the Trustees.
Policies
| Document | |
| Children & Vulnerable Adults Policy | Download |
| Safeguarding Policy | Download |
| Financial Policy | Download |
| Fire Risk Assessment & Policy | Download |
| Health & Safety Policy | Download |
| Conflict of Interest Policy | Download |
| Equal Opportunity Policy | Download |
| Volunteers Policy | Download |
| Complaints Procedure | Download |
Our Trustees and Management Committee
| Name | Role | |
| Village Hall Trustees | Helen Morrell | Chair |
| David Morrell | Vice Chair | |
| Barbara Nadel | Secretary | |
| Tina Andrew | Trustee | |
| Peter James | Trustee | |
| Clare Parker | Trustee | |
| Olly Locke | Trustee | |
| Deborah Lambert | Trustee | |
| Dave Jeffrey | Trustee | |
How to support the Hall
We are always grateful for all support and donations to ensure the Hall can continue to fulfils its purpose as a sociable hub at the heart of Great Massingham.
If you would like to offer any help please contact the Chair of Trustees using the contact form here.
Becoming a Member
The easiest way to support us is to become a member of the Social Club. This costs just £12.50 per year and subscriptions run from April 1st. By becoming a member you provide valuable support to the Hall by contributing to its income stream. In return you may use the social club and its facilities at any time, have free entry to various events such as Bingo and Quiz nights and take advantage of our very reasonable bar prices (guests pay a small charge of £2 to use our facilities unless they are attending a formal event at the hall). To become a member either speak to one of the staff behind the bar or send a request by using the contact form here.
Advertising Your Services on our website
Great Massingham Village Hall Trustees are happy to support local businesses and organisations. To find out how to have your business listed on this site please contact us.
West Norfolk Wins lottery generates funds to help the hall – you can help
West Norfolk Wins helps charities and good causes raise funds to help them continue to offer their valued and essential services.
Tickets for the lottery cost just £1 per week. A weekly draw takes place every Saturday night. Match all 6 numbers to win the jackpot with the top prize of £25,000. Regular money prizes are often supplemented by desirable consumer goods.
From every £1 ticket you buy, 60p goes to the Village Hall providing funds to help keep the Hall running.
How to enter: Visit West Norfolk Wins for more information. Select Great Massingham Village Hall as your good cause and pledge £1 a week. The Hall is very grateful for your support.