Venue hire 

Venue Hire at Bennettswood

A versatile, accessible space for your next event.

Whether you are a community group, small business, or hosting a private celebration, Bennettswood Neighbourhood House offers flexible spaces to suit your needs. From meetings and workshops to activities and seminars, we have room for you.

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Our Spaces

• The Whole House: Hire the entire facility for larger events.

• Back Room: A spacious area comfortably seating up to 25 people or more.

• L-Shaped Front Room: A bright space for groups of up to 20 people.

• Meeting Room: Ideal for a small group, consultations or individual workspace

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Facilities & Amenities

Our House is fully equipped to ensure your event runs smoothly:

• Tech & Media: Projector and screen, whiteboard, and a Smart TV with soundbar (remotes available via a refundable deposit).

• Kitchen & Dining: Registered kitchen with oven, stove, microwave, and hot water urn.

• Flexible-use furniture: Adult and children’s sized tables and chairs are available.

• Amenity & comfort: Split-system heating and cooling in all main areas.

• Outdoors: A secure, fenced play and garden area with a childproof gate for safety.

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Access & Parking

• Parking: 9 off-street spaces plus 1 dedicated disabled space. Limited 2-hour on-street parking is also available nearby and unlimited time parking opposite.

• Accessibility: Rear entrance equipped with an access ramp.​

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Requirements:

• All hirers (individuals, groups, and businesses) must hold their own Public Liability Insurance *unless an alternative arrangement has been made. *(Some activities may qualify for Bennettswood NH insurance cover. Please feel free to enquire but note that some private events such as children’s parties are not eligible. Whitehorse Council made the decision in 2024 to no longer extend Casual Hire Insurance to neighbourhood houses).

• All personnel within and participants using the services of Bennettswood Neighbourhood House are responsible for supporting the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. The **Child Safe Code of Conduct outlines the expected standards for appropriate behaviour with and in the company of children, including online conduct. **(Appendix C - Bennettswood Neighbourhood House Venue Hire Information, Terms & Conditions & Agreement).

• Hirers must comply with all of the conditions agreed to in the Bennettswood Neighbourhood House Venue Hire Information, Terms & Conditions & Agreement. (A breach of these terms and conditions may result in action being taken including the hirer no longer being permitted to hire the House for future events).

Ready to book? ​Contact us to discuss your requirements!