Canterbury meeting room hire

Stour Suite

A large light and airy space named after the nearby river, with views onto the surrounding playing fields and trees. It is situated directly opposite the 2 accessible toilets (left and right transfer) and has an integral hearing loop and double fire exit doors. This can be arranged in a range of formats for meetings, training and presentations, the LCD projector, speakers and automatic screen are integral. Just plug in and it’s all set up, we’ll provide flip chart stands, clicker, fans, webcam and microphones should you need them- just ask. The room would suit larger meetings and gatherings.

Hambrook Room

Next door to the Stour Suite the Hambrook Room (named after the marshes) is also opposite the accessible toilets and looks out onto the fields and surrounding trees. It is half the size of the Stour Suite and suitable for smaller meetings, training and panels for around 12 people or fewer, but the facilities are the same.

Main Hall

This is a medium sized hall with acoustic sound boards to combat the relatively high ceiling. This faces the outside children’s play areas and has 2 (x 2 door) fire exits and is light and spacious. We use portable IT equipment in this room, including speakers, microphones and projectors as required. This room seats up to 50 people theatre style , 36 cabaret and 20+ boardroom/hollow style. 

It is a very adaptable space also used regularly for example, children’s parties (under 13’s), karate, Zumba, baby and toddler groups, First Aid, dementia cafes, Wakes and Christmas/Hallowe’en discos. It has 2 separate internal toilet cubicles and it’s own kitchen facilities, plus a range of options for chairs and tables depending on the occasion. The windows have blinds for events and help with easy daytime projection. The accessible toilets are 4 metres away.

Milton Room

This is a comfortable room with sink, sofa, easy chairs and softer lighting. It has previously been used for example as a health visitor clinic, reflexology room, youth justice panels and family contact sessions. We can provide tables and other equipment depending on your needs. This room is adjacent to the accessible toilets.

Green Room

Another lovely space with a round table (and green Chairs!) as well as ‘tub’ chairs for comfort. This room is away from the main throng of the Centre in between the Heather and Therapy rooms. This room also has a white board and is 4 metres from the accessible toilets. The room is currently used for example for counselling, therapy, meetings for 4-5 people and 1:1 work. 

Larkey Valley Room

This room is very close to the main entrance and Centre staff, opposite the Main Hall and 6 metres from the accessible toilets. It has a white board and is currently used for example for small meetings (up to 10 people), panels, interviews and 1:1 tutoring. 

Heather Room

A dual aspect room with pleasant views of the play areas and playing fields, this is a lovely space for counselling, small meetings (8 boardroom) and interviews. It has a white board and can be set up as either formal meeting style or with easy ‘tub’ chairs for comfort. It is away from the main throng of the Centre and is therefore quiet but further away from Centre staff. It is 5 metres from the accessible toilets and near to a fire exit. Called the Heather Room because of its lovely, coloured blinds! 

IT Suite

An air-conditioned dedicated IT suite with 7 new pcs and a white board. Just off our community café and left from reception it is a pleasant teaching space or is more often used by residents and adults living with a learning disability. There are two toilet cubicles next door, one with a baby change, but the accessible toilets are around 12 metres away.

Therapy Room

This is the smallest and least costly of our rooms and does not have natural light. It is popular with therapists, counsellors and coaches for 2-3 people. It has desk and chair facilities, plus 2 ‘tub’ chairs for more informal contact. This room is adjacent to the Green Room and just round the corner to the accessible toilets. 

Youth Space

A beautiful 226 square metre space on the first floor used for youth sessions during both daytime and evenings, which has 2 cubicle toilets and a large accessible one. There is a separate kitchen/tuck shop, pool tables, table tennis tables, table football, Wi, dartboards and an activity/eating area. This has a lift, a disabled refuge area with phone contact, and is covered by CCTV. There are comfortable chairs and a large, carpeted area. This over looks the playing fields and is very light, cheerful and spacious. The Youth Space can be rented with or without games and equipment.

Reception

This area is always staffed and there are always upwards of 2 people on duty. Our friendly staff team will welcome you to the Centre and show you to your room(s). There is a large ‘waiting area’ just round the corner from the accessible toilets, where your guests and colleagues can wait for their meeting or appointment. Should you need to make changes to your room or the lay-out, or you need extra facilities we will help you in any way we can. This area is covered by CCTV and the Centre has free Wi-Fi throughout. The Centre has good parking, level access and is well known for its warm friendly atmosphere and clean, well-maintained facilities, please come for a cuppa and a look round!

Catering

We have a 5 star rating for food hygiene and we can provide a cold buffet for your event, training or meeting, just add your requirements to the booking form. We can

also provide tea, coffee, herb teas and jugs of water or juice in your room, just let us know! info@thanington.org