Village Hall
After the war folk got together and talked about a village hall. Could enough money be raised to build it? Then the owner of the Old Malt House offered to sell it if enough money could be raised to buy it. It would cost a £1000. So whist drives and dances, fetes & concerts were organised to raise funds, which went well. Then out of the blue came an offer of £500 from Mr Tom Mayer, and the old Malt house was transformed into the beautiful village hall which is used to this day, enjoyed by all. From the Evesham Journal ,Dec 4th 1920, Unveiling the Memorial Hall Tablet erected in the memory of those members of the parish who perished in the Great War.
Extracts from Mr Eli Ankers recollections
Today
The Memorial Village Hall is owned by the Parish Council on behalf of the Village and is run by a the board of Trustees and the Mangement Committee. The Management Committee meet every month to discuss and implement the day to day running of the Hall. If you are interested in being involved with the Committee or just wish to volunteer at any village event please do get in touch. We are always looking for fresh ideas and interesting events to enjoy!
The committee continues to work hard to maintain the building. The day-to-day management of the Hall, organising events, and carrying out general maintenance require considerable time, effort, and expense. This year alone, over £3,000 has been spent on major improvements, including upgrades to the fire alarm system, the installation of additional sensors and lighting, replacement fire extinguishers, and work on the boilers. As a charitable organisation, the Hall committee has pledged to the Parish Council that all routine running costs will be covered through our own fundraising activities. Our most visible source of income is the Friday night socials. Fowever, to ensure they remain accessible and enjoyable for everyone, drinks are sold at very competitive prices. While these events generate a modest profit, once the costs of operating and maintaining the Hall are considered, our accounts are broadly breaking even for the first half of the year. Whatever the challenge or cost, we remain committed to maintaining the Hall to a high standard so that it can continue to be enjoyed by everyone in the community.
Activties
The Hall has several regular bookings supporting village activities [ contacts available through this link the "Organisations" page]
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Regular Monthly Parish Council Meetings
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Short Mat Bowls
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Gentlemen's Tuesday Night Club
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Yoga
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Pilates
The Hall also hosts:
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Christmas Carols and switching on the Village Christmas Tree Lights
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The Seniors' Christmas Lunch
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Village Quizzes
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The Parish Council Meetings
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Dance Classes
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Coffee Mornings
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Village Meetings
How to Booking The Memorial Hall
The Memorial Hall is available for hire especially for charity functions, parties and special events.
As of 1 September 2026 the hire rate will be £15 per hour. These rates include the use of the main hall, common areas and kitchen. There are no longer additional fees to use the kitchen, facilities, equipment or furniture. For use of the Community Room (Tea Room) the hire rate will be £10 per hour.
Please note there is a refundable deposit of £50.
To find out more please contact the Bookings Secretary on email at: bookings@cleevepriormemorialhall.org
Or, please complete and send the Booking Form via email. Click here to access the Booking Hire Form: Booking Form
Up & Coming Events for 2026
Please keen an eye on the noticeboard but for up to date information please contact the secretary@cleevepriormemorialhall.org.
Monthly Quiz Nights (7pm start)
27 September
25 October
22 November
Friday Night Socials (6pm to 8.30pm)
20 August
4 & 18 September
2, 16 & 30 October
13 & 27 November
11 December
Prize Draw Dates (drawn at the relevant Social)
20 August
18 september
30 October
27 November
20 December
Keep Up To Date
Village Website www.cleevepriorvillage.co.uk
Monthly Newsletter (via the Cleeve Prior Parish Council Website) www.cleevepriorparishcouncil.gov.uk
Memorial Hall Committee secretary@cleevepriormemorialhall.org.
In Memory of Mary Collins
Mary was a long time committee member and supporter of the Memorial Hall. We include below one of Mary's many poems;
In this re-dedicated Hall
We read the names upon the wall,
The names of those who marched away
On that far off fatefull day:
Sent to meet a foreign foe
And a destiny they could not know.
Many would return no more
From the cruel ravages of war.
Never come home to the high stone tower,
Or hear the clock proclam the hour,
Or see again the ancient yews,
The time worn steps,
The burnished pews,
The whispering poplars where they stand
As guardians of the hallowed land.
They are all remembered in this hall,
Not only when the poppies fall,
But when the summer breezes quiver
Through the willows by the river,
And on the Green the beech tree sways,
Tossed by the wind on autumn days.
When the lights in the cottage windows glow
And low hung grey clouds threaten snow,
And when the bells at easter ring
To greet the miracle of Spring.
Mary Collins