Author: Paul Shepley

On Tuesday, 27th May 2025, the Annual Parish Meeting was held at the Village Hall, chaired by Marius Coulon on behalf of the Parish Council. Following the Chairman’s report, representatives from various local groups and organisations; including the Church, the Village Planters group, and the Adderley Heritage Project; provided updates and presentations on their recent activities and ongoing projects. Outgoing Parish Councillors were recognised and thanked and incoming councillor welcomed. Vacancy for two additional councillors remain, if you would like more information regarding becoming a Parish Councillor please contact the Clerk Jane at clerk@adderleyparish.co.uk

 A key part of the evening was a presentation from the Village Hall Committee, who took the opportunity to share the findings of a recent community survey focused on the Future of Adderley Village Hall. Committee member Ken Greetham delivered an informative presentation, covering the history of the hall, its current financial standing, the composition of the current committee, and a detailed 30-minute review of the survey results.

The survey received 70 responses, representing both individuals and households within the parish. It was designed to gather broad and open feedback regarding the Village Hall’s current use, management, and potential future. These insights will serve as critical guidance for the committee and will also be used as supporting evidence for future grant and funding applications.

Following the presentation, attendees had the opportunity to ask questions and share additional feedback in what proved to be a highly constructive discussion. This is just the beginning of a wider consultation process, with further meetings and engagement opportunities planned as the project develops.

The next steps include a meeting with the appointed consultant to assess available funding options. This will lead to the formation of a detailed business plan for the village hall’s future.

To ensure transparency, the committee has made the full survey results publicly available https://results.smartsurvey.co.uk/VcCdVjrQvy6KOb1OJnBRjxOMOW8pTTsY

The Village Hall Committee would like to extend sincere thanks to everyone who attended and contributed to the evening, and to the Parish Council for facilitating the presentation. For those unable to attend, we encourage you to speak with someone who was present to stay informed about the discussions and next steps.