St Nicholas’ Church has two halls for hire – The Main Hall and The Small Hall. You can hire either hall for your meeting, wedding reception, children’s party, bazaar or jumble sale. Both halls are used by local groups, so not all dates and times are available; however, there are plenty of vacancies if you can be flexible and book well in advance. You can contact us to check the diary.
Please note: Because the building is in a residential area, discos are not permitted.
Main Hall: 50ft x 37ft (15m x 11m) with a stage (not shown in photo)
The Hall is licensed for music, singing & dancing and has a well-equipped kitchen. Up to 250 people can be accommodated (seated accommodation is 175). If you wish to stage a play you must obtain an Occasional Theatre Licence.
Small Hall: 41ft x 22ft (12.5m x 6.5m)
Up to 100 people can be accommodated.
The present building was originally part of the old naval camp based on Belmont Park. Purchased in 1950, the existing building was extended by the construction of a new hall including a Sanctuary and a stage. It was opened and dedicated in 1959 by the then Bishop of Portsmouth.