It’s been a busy year so far at the Village Hall. Not only has a new on-line booking system been instigated (www.hallbookingonline/castleacre) but the electrical system in the hall has been totally overhauled with new lights, switches, fuse boxes and circuits. There’s also a new storage unit in the garden for the outdoor furniture & equipment.

Whatever next, I hear you say? The next major project for the volunteers on the village hall committee is roof repairs. The hipped roof at the east end of the building is in a dire state. A survey has revealed eight places where water is coming in creating rotting timbers, there’s evidence of insect infestation, there is absolutely no insulation in the roof void and tiles are deteriorated and slipping. Most of this roof dates to the 1950’s with some repair work in the 1980’s.

On the west end gable, the parapet wall was once repaired with concrete which is now failing, causing problems with leaks and tree growth.

The roof repairs are going to be costly. We’re applying for a grant but matching funds need to be provided by the hall. We’re embracing modern media and have set up this JustGiving page for anyone who would like to make a donation (even a very small one will help!)