Why Support the Hall

Without local support, community buildings like our Village Hall risk disappearing — and with them, the activities, services and sense of belonging that so many people rely on. Even if you don’t use the hall yourself, community spaces offer something increasingly rare: a place to meet people you might never otherwise cross paths with, feel rooted in your area and experience genuine community.

Action Hampshire — a charity supporting voluntary, community and social enterprises across the county — recently highlighted how spaces like ours help deliver the NHS’s Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing:

1. Connection — An inclusive place to meet others, whether at community events or through the many clubs and classes held at the hall. This is particularly important for those who may be more at risk of loneliness or find travel difficult, such as new parents and elderly people or those experiencing health challenges.
2. Keep learning — Groups such as the Stroud Evening WI and the monthly Craft Club offer opportunities to learn new skills and try something different.
3. Be active — From yoga and Pilates to weights and general fitness, there’s a class for every ability, all led by committed local instructors.
4. Take notice — Our Community Garden provides a peaceful space to enjoy nature and the changing seasons.
5. Give back — Volunteering boosts wellbeing by improving mood, building meaningful connections and offering a sense of purpose. There are many ways to get involved — from becoming a Trustee to helping in the garden or supporting events.

How You Can Help

Donate

There are several ways to support the hall financially:

Play the East Hampshire Community Lottery
Tickets cost just £1 per week — less than the price of a flat white — and matching all six numbers gives you the chance to win the jackpot. Click here to find out more.

Set up a monthly standing order
Become a Friend of Stroud Village Hall by donating an amount of your choosing each month. Over time, we hope to expand this scheme with rewards such as discounted hall hire and priority access to event tickets. Contact the Hall Manager to find out more: [email protected] 

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View our Wish List

Our long‑term goal is for the hall to be financially self‑sufficient through bookings, without relying on grants. However, there will always be additional costs — from essential repairs to improvements that make the space even better for everyone. This is where fundraising plays a vital role.

To see our current Wish List of planned improvements and future repair needs, click here.

Support Our Fundraising Events

By purchasing tickets to our fundraising events, you’re helping to support the hall while also bringing people together. Click here to see our latest events. 

Volunteer With Us

There are lots of ways to get involved — from becoming a Trustee to helping organise events or volunteering in the Community Garden. To find out more, contact the Hall Manager at [email protected].

You can also read about our current Trustees and learn more about whether the role might be right for you on our Meet the Trustees page. Or take a look at our Community Garden blog to see what our volunteers have been working on.