St Swithun\u2019s Institute was founded in 1931 as a Registered Charity and managed by a Board of Trustees.<\/p>\n
Its original aim was to provide a city centre venue, where working class residents could meet and socialise. On the ground floor it provided meeting rooms for men and women, a library and male and female changing rooms in support of the Functions Hall and stage on the first floor. There was also a well appointed kitchen to support hall functions. The building also provided an office for the Administrator of the Anglican City Centre Parish.<\/p>\n
Its main aims and objectives remain today similarly aligned to its original conception. That is, to provide a safe, adaptable and functional community space which is available to all who wish to stage community events in the city. These may be either regular meetings or one-off functions. Our Administrator will be only too pleased to discuss your specific requirements with you.<\/p>\n
We are mindful, that although St Swithun’s Institute has historic character built into its structure, there is a need to ensure that we meet every need of the 21st century. To that end, we have started to further enhance the appeal of the buildings facilities by installing a new fully functional Toilet Suite on the ground floor. This includes a fully appointed disabled toilet unit.<\/p>\n
St Swithun\u2019s Institute was recently referred to as a \u2018Village Hall in the City\u2019. It is a sentiment that we hope to build upon. It is therefore our future aim to ensure that a close community spirit is built into our future philosophy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
St Swithun\u2019s Institute was founded in 1931 as a Registered Charity and managed by a Board of Trustees. Its original aim was to provide a city centre venue, where working class residents could meet and socialise. On the ground floor … Continue reading