Question 1

How do I get access to the hall?

Accepted Answer

Access arrangements for the hall are provided once your booking has been confirmed and paid for.

Question 2

Can we decorate the hall?

Accepted Answer

We love to see the hall decorated for an event! However, to help us keep the hall in good condition we ask that you don't use drawing pins or nails to hang decorations.Drawing pins can be used on the two notice boards at either end of the hall and blu tac or command strips can be used everywhere else (but please remove these at the end of your event).Due to damage caused by double-sided tape and velcro tape, we no longer allow these.  There are fixings at high level around the hall that can be used to hang bunting or banners. For fire safety reasons the only candles permitted are tea lights in appropriate holders.  At the end of your event please remember to take all decorations down and remove them from the building

Question 3

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, lots! The hall has off street parking for around 20 cars, including one disabled space.  Parking is not allowed on grassed areas or pedestrian routesPlease note that in snowy / icy weather the hall access road can be slippy. Grit, a grit spreader and snow shovel are provided in the hall lobby for use if required but it is the customer's responsibility to grit the road for their events.

Question 4

Can we have alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Our Public Entertainments Licence allows alcohol to be consumed in the hall but you will need to obtain an Occasional Licence & have at least one person with a valid Personal Licence to supervise the salesIf alcohol is being consumed at your event, please ensure that your guests behave appropriately both within and outwith the hall as the hall is situated in a residential area.  All rubbish must be taken away with you - please do not put bottles / cans or packaging in the bins at the hall.

Question 5

How late can our event go on until?

Accepted Answer

Because the hall sits in a residential area, our Public Entertainments Licence requires events to be finished by midnight.  We ask all our users to respect our neighbours by ensuring that events are finished by this time.  We also ask that users don't prop doors open during events as this can lead to noise pollution, particularly if the event includes loud music or a live band.

Question 6

Can we use a bouncy castle?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the main hall has a high ceiling and there is plenty of room for a standard bouncy castle. See here for more details about the size of the main hall. When positioning the bouncy castle, please ensure the fire exit is not blocked. You are responsible for ensuring that your bouncy castle provider has the correct insurances in place.

Question 7

There's a field and play park right next to the building. Are they part of the halll?

Accepted Answer

The grass area to the rear of the Hall is owned and managed by Aberdeen City Council and should not be considered part of the Hall property and its use is not covered by the Hall insurance. You are very welcome to use it at your own risk, but for organised activities,  please refer to the Parks and Outdoor Areas Management Rules published on the ACC website to determine where prior permission needs to be obtained. In summary, prior written consent is required for: Firework displaysParking on the grassErecting a structure of any kindOutdoor performances

Question 8

Can we come early to set up?

Accepted Answer

Set up and clear up time should be allowed for in your booking. Unfortunately we cannot provide access outwith your booking times as the hall may be in use by someone else.

Question 9

Do we have to clean the hall after use?

Accepted Answer

Yes please. The hall is run by volunteers and all groups and private customers are aske to leave the hall clean and tidy.  A cleaning checklist will be provided to you and the Hall should be left clean and tidy with any spillages wiped up, heating and lighting switched off and decorations removed.  If you prefer to leave the cleaning to someone else, we can arrange a post-party cleaning service. This is provided by our contracted cleaning company who will carry out all cleaning after your event. We will still need you to clean and put away any tables and chairs you've used, remove all decorations and rubbish, and anything else you brought in for your event. There's a mimimum charge of 2hrs labour for this service (approximately £60, the current cost can be confirmed on request) and our cleaning company require a minimum of 48 hours notice.

Question 10

Is catering available?

Accepted Answer

The hall doesn't have catering for hire but you will have full use of the kitchen space with fridge, cooker and microwave as well as kettles and flasks for hot drinks.  A full kitchen inventory is available on request You are welcome to hire in your own caterers for your event - there is a small ante-room off the main hall that is ideal for using as a food serving area. The patio is ideal for a BBQ and you have direct access from the patio doors in the Blue Room. Please note though, that the retractable canopy is not suitable for keeping your BBQ dry in the event of rain

Question 11

Are there any events we can't hold at the hall?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately due to issues in the past we are unable to accept bookings for evening parties for teenagers aged 15 to 18. Daytime bookings for this age group are accepted. 
 
If you are planning to book the hall for an evening disco please note that there are high level windows in the hall, some of which have blinds and some which don't. We advise a visit to the hall prior to finalising your booking to ensure it will be suitable for such events. You can include a request for a visit in your online booking request and we will be in touch to agree a suitable date.

Milltimber Community Hall

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