Frequently Asked Questions

• Who will welcome me ? The hall keeper will make sure the hall is open. Please do not turn up earlier.

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• Can I visit the Hall before I book to see if it’s suitable? Please contact us to arrange your visit.

• What is the capacity of the Hall? We can accommodate 120 people in the Large Hall, 80 in the Small Hall and 40 upstairs.

• Are there facilities for the disabled? The hall is fully accessible for those in wheelchairs, and there is a large lavatory especially equipped for the disabled. There are no significant floor level changes inside.

• Do you have cutlery, glasses, cups, saucers, plates. tables, chairs?  yes please contact us for details

• Is there a stage? Add in stage on the online booking form. Look at the  Our Space  for different layouts

• Can I use the projector screens? These do not belong to the hall. Please arrange with Pix in the Stix

• Can I provide alcohol at my event? If you intend to provide alcohol at an event for which money changes hands at any point, you will need an occasional alcohol licence from East Lothian Council. For example, you will need an alcohol licence if you sell tickets which include a free drink or if you sell alcohol at a bar. The application form must be completed and lodged with ELC at least 42 days before the event. If the application includes the outdoor area by the hall, you must also send a layout plan showing the area to be licensed with the application. For further information please visit the East Lothian Council website Alcohol Licence

• Is there any free time allowed for setting up and/or clearing up? We understand that it can take time to set up and/or clear up for certain events. Please include set up and take down into your booking details. 

• When do I pay for my hire? Please make your payment once your booking has been accepted. If full payment has not been received you may forfeit the period booked and we may accept bookings from other hirers. Typically you are invoiced 2 weeks prior to your event.