Hire Riverside Hall for your event
Riverside Hall is part of the rich maritime and wartime history of Newhaven, which has a long tradition as a port town. Given its location on West Quay, it would have been closely tied to the shipping industry, especially during the 20th century when it was used as a “Mission for Seamen” and a base for troops in wartime.
Did you know our hall is available for Hire?
Riverside Hall, located in Newhaven, offers a versatile space for hire, ideal for a wide range of events and community activities. The hall is a popular choice for local groups, including The Scouts, Brownies, and other community organizations, thanks to its convenient facilities and welcoming atmosphere.
The hall is well-equipped with a kitchen area, toilets, and foldable tables and chairs, allowing you to easily configure the room to suit the needs of your event. Whether you’re hosting a meeting, a party, or a class, Riverside Hall provides the flexibility to create the perfect setup.
In addition to its general-purpose spaces, Riverside Hall also boasts a newly refurbished sensory room. This special room is designed to provide a calming, immersive environment, making it particularly valuable for groups or individuals who benefit from sensory experiences.
On Friday evenings, Riverside Hall is also home to a social club run by Mencap Newhaven, Lewes & District. This club offers a welcoming space for members with learning difficulties, running from 7pm to 9pm, with membership options available for new members. It’s a fantastic opportunity for socialization, activities, and building connections within the community.
Whether you’re looking for a space to host a local group, hold an event, or join a social club, Riverside Hall provides a supportive and accessible environment for everyone.
Sensory Room
Newhaven Mencap has a Multi-Sensory Room at our hall in Riverside, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 9BP. This is a specially designed and equipped room that fosters an atmosphere of relaxation which helps both adults and children to deal with emotional issues, by supplying a peaceful environment. The room has various examples of lights in order to help create a calming atmosphere, along with ‘piped’ soothing music.
In addition there are colourful games which stimulate the enjoyment of participation in play. The sensory room provides a calming atmosphere to encourage the development of communication. Sensory rooms have shown to be particularly beneficial for children with autism, as well as for children with hearing or sight problems.
The charge for use of the Sensory room is £5.00 per hour, per disabled adult/child. (Carers can attend free). Please note that a maximum of four persons can remain in the room at any one time.
To arrange a hiring of the Sensory Room, please contact us on 01273 517345, or email via our Contact Us page. Please specify whether the proposed user is a wheelchair occupant or is mobile.
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