Please note: The hall is run by a small group of local volunteers and it may not always be possible to undertake Hall viewings at a specific time. Access will also be restricted due to other bookings. The Hall is very well used so it is important to adhere to the times of your let. Set up time should be booked to ensure the Hall is available and to avoid disappointment.

Please refer to Hall User Instructions: On wall in the kitchen and in front lobby.

Access and heating: requirements to be agreed at the time of booking.

Booking deposit of £15 is required. In the event of a cancellation this will be non-refundable.

Private Parties and Functions (Adult). Due to irresponsible behaviour and damage caused previously, these bookings incur a £100 Bond, refundable following a satisfactory event &Hall inspection. Please provide a separate cheque for this.

Keys are available from Aberlady Post Office (closed Sat pm and Sun) and The Kilspindie Hotel. Keys must be signed out and returned immediately after use. Each key is colour coded and clearly labelled.

Fire Door Exits must be left unlocked at all times when the Hall is in use. [These exits are the Left-hand Gable Door in main hall; the Main Entrance Door and the Door to the Small Hall].

Fire Instruction Leaflet is on the wall at the right hand side of the Main Entrance.

A No Smoking Policy is in operation in both halls, at all times.

Use of Kitchen Facilities. Due to Health & Safety Legislation anyone wishing to use the kitchen to heat up or cook food must have been suitably trained to do so. It is the responsibility of the hirer to ensure these regulations are adhered to. Kitchen/ cooker to be cleaned after use. Appliances to be turned off (excluding fridge/freezer).

Clearing up.The Hall must be swept and left in a clean and tidy state. All internal bins should be emptied and bags placed in rubbish bins located in the patio area at the back of the kitchen. All bin bags to be replaced. The key to the cleaning cupboard (at bottom of steps through left hand door) is hanging on the kitchen unit next to hatch. All property must be removed. Anything left in the Hall after 24 hours will be put out. Recycling bins are located in the patio area. There are bins for clear, green and brown glass and cans. Please keep the walls clean and do not use glue or sticky tape when decorating them. The Hall is used early on a Sunday morning so the Hall must be cleared and cleaned at the end of Saturday night events.
It is a requirement that four stewards are identified for any event where alcohol is sold.

The Hall has a Public Entertainment Licence until 1.00am. Music volume must be kept to a considerate level and finish by 12 midnight. The capacity is limited to a maximum of 180 people at any one time.

The Hall Committee does not accept liability for lost property and does not provide insurance cover in the event of an accident. Any Club/Organisation using the Hall should ensure that they have adequate insurance cover. A First Aid Kit and Accident Record Book are located in the kitchen. We recommend a risk assessment be carried out for the planned activities.

At all times when the Hall is being used for events where children and young people are present they must be supervised by an appropriate number of responsible adults [Secondary age children - 1 Adult to 20 Children; Primary age - 1 Adult to10 children] It is a condition of booking that any non-domestic activities organised for children are supervised by adults with appropriate Disclosure Scotland clearance.

Logs. The fireplace in the main hall can be used, with due care. The Hall will endeavour to maintain a supply of logs but cannot guarantee these will be available. An extra charge will be made for these.

September 2011