Village Halls & Community Buildings

The Network is a registered charity (1159935) made up of representatives from Village halls across the East Riding, together we aim to share best practice and help each other with issues, training and information. We hold network meetings every 2-3 months and get experts to talk about relevant topics. We also discuss the challenges and successes of the village halls around the table. Recent topics have been 1. Using google to publicise your hall for free 2. Security cameras and access to keys 3. Safeguarding- what you need to do to protect your hall 4. Scam awareness 5. Transferring to a CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation) "Last night’s network meeting was spectacular. So much ground covered, so many things for people to take away." Jeff Pinkerton Gilberdyke Village hall We offer working sessions, where you can meet another hall Committee Member who has been through the same issue. to support you through a process. This could be setting up an email address, applying for a grant, planning an extension e.t.c.

www.ruralcommunitybuildings.org.uk The only web site advertising the facilities and activities taking place at community buildings across the East Riding of Yorkshire, North and North East Lincolnshire.

A reminder that this toolkit is really useful for Village and Community Halls considering installing Broadband. It was developed by Plymouth University with input from Cornwall RCC.

When the weather is pleasant, there is no better way to spend time with your friends and family than hosting a barbecue. Whether you will be caravanning, camping, or simply firing up your barbecue in your backyard, you’ll be able to enjoy a delicious meal prepared in the great outdoors. Unfortunately, many injuries involving barbecues and outdoor cooking occur each year, but by keeping the following tips in mind, you’ll be prepared to enjoy your barbecue safely.