Metfield Village Hall
Charity number: 304796

Metfield Village Hall is a charitable organisation registered in the United Kingdom, operating a community venue in Metfield, Suffolk. Established as a charity, its objectives include maintaining and managing the village hall for public benefit, facilitating events and activities, and supporting community development initiatives[1][2].

Purpose and operations
The charity manages the hiring of facilities, oversees building maintenance, and organises fundraising events to sustain its operations. It provides a venue for recreational, educational, and social activities, serving diverse groups including children, elderly residents, and individuals with disabilities[3]. The hall has undergone refurbishment and extension to enhance its facilities, making it suitable for functions, meetings, and community gatherings[4].

Governance and funding
Metfield Village Hall is administered by a volunteer-led Board of Directors, which coordinates maintenance efforts and community engagement. Fundraising initiatives, such as partnerships with online retail platforms, have been employed to generate donations without additional costs to supporters[5]. The charity emphasizes volunteer appreciation, periodically organizing events to acknowledge contributions from its volunteers[5].

Community involvement
The organisation actively collaborates with local volunteers and groups to maintain its operations and uphold its role as a community hub. While not directly affiliated with other local entities like Metfield Stores Co-operative CIC, it shares similar grassroots fundraising strategies to support its activities[5].

[1] https://metfieldvillagehall.co.uk/village-hall/ [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/304796/full-print [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/304796/what-who-how-where [4] https://metfieldvillagehall.co.uk [5] https://metfieldsuffolk.com/blog-2/