space to share
Modern, recently renovated facilities in a beautiful coastal setting available for event hire.
Groomsport Presbyterian Church
facilities hire
We have wonderful church hall facilities sited in the heart of Groomsport Village on Main Street overlooking Cockle Island and the Harbour. Our halls were extensively renovated and re-opened in 2024. The halls are used for church organisations and activities, but we also like to share our space for use by the local community, other churches and external organisations.
You can hire some or all of the spaces in our hall complex for your event or function.
the hub
Our newly refurbished Hub is a beautiful venue with floor to ceiling glazing which overlooks Cockle Row, Groomsport harbour and Belfast Lough. There is a servery bar with the usual kitchen facilities and equipment, and this can be used to serve light refreshments as well as tea and coffee.
There are six tables with a seating capacity for 34 people. There is a large screen available for use in the Hub.
Archie Agnew Hall
The Archie Agnew Hall has a larger capacity with access to the main kitchen. This can accommodate about 60 people comfortably. Again, the windows overlook Groomsport Harbour. There is a large screen available for use.
THE Irwin Room
The Irwin Room is a small meeting room, accessed through the Archie Agnew Hall, with capacity for about 20 people. This is a useful space for small groups and “breakout room” space.
the walter nelson hall
The Walter Nelson Hall is our main hall with a stage and court area for racket games etc. Seating capacity is larger and can accommodate around 125 people although this capacity would be reduced to around 80 with tables. There is a serving hatch from our main kitchen.
FAQ
When are the Halls available?
The hall availability varies each week. Church activities are given priority and we will only take one external booking per date.
If you contact us via the church office we will be able to discuss availability on the date you require.
What is the cost of hiring the halls?
The costs vary depending on the nature of the booking and rooms required etc.
Further details can be provided when you make your initial enquiry.
Are there catering facilities?
There is a kitchen and tea and coffee making facilities are available. Groups are welcome to provide their own ready prepared foods.
The church does not provide a catering service. We will be happy to recommend local catering providers who will be able to meet your group’s needs.
Please note that there are some restrictions on the use of our halls. No alcohol can be served or consumed on our premises.
What are the accessibility and parking facilities?
The halls are fully accessible via the front entrance and throughout the interior rooms. We have accessible toilet facilities and baby changing facilities also.
There are parking spaces (approx.15 spaces) at the Church Hall Complex and also a small carpark at the church, opposite the halls with approx. 10 spaces.
There is also on-street parking on Main Street and two free public carparks less than a 5-minute walk away, one at the Harbour and the other on Springwell Drive.
What equipment is available?
A mobile microphone and speaker system can be made available if required.
There are screens in the Foyer, Hub and Archie Agnew Halls all of which are internet connected.
What technology is available?
There is Wi-Fi available throughout the complex.
The passcode to connect to Wifi is displayed on the noticeboards in each of the rooms in the Hall complex.
For further details contact the church office or fill in the form.
SEND AN ENQUIRY
You can complete the booking enquiry form and return it to the church office and our Facilities Co-ordinator will be in touch regarding availability, charges and to discuss your requirements.