Village hall

[1] Most were built in the first decade after World War I (1919-1929) as part of a programme led by the newly-formed National Council of Social Service.

[2] Such a hall is typically used for a variety of public and private functions, such as: Village halls are generally run by committees, and if not already part of a local government body such as a parish council, then such committees are eligible for charitable status.

In some localities a church hall or community centre provides similar functions.

Typically the hall will contain at least one large room, which may have a stage at one end for drama productions.

Larger halls may incorporate further smaller rooms to allow multiple simultaneous activities.