Hall's new lease of life

At a special ceremony on Saturday 75 people representing 28 groups got together to celebrate the re-opening of the hall.

They included Nigel Waterson MP and Cllr Ron Cussons.

Margaret Goldsmith, president of the hall committee, cut the ribbon and everyone enjoyed wine afterwards.

Marion Seabrook, committee chairman, said 25,000 was spent on the new-look hall.

She added: 'The hall will be used as before but it will be much more comfortable, safer, warmer and lighter.'

The 90-year-old hall was closed for six weeks while refurbishments, such as new flooring, rewiring and gas heating, were put in place.