Room hire

The Ashburton Community Centre has various facilities to hire for community, not-for-profit and commercial use. Our rooms are suitable for a variety of functions, including meetings, classes, general interest gatherings and workshops.

The rooms are purpose built and have a variety of high quality features including digital TVs and laptop connectivity, centrally controlled air conditioning and heating, and ample light.

Our Centre features a shared break-out area with a kitchenette and tables, a microwave and fridge along with coffee and tea-making facilities. We also have a registered demonstration kitchen available for hire.

The size and format of our rooms vary, suitable for groups of six in our smaller meeting room, through to catering for up to 80 people seated theatre-style in the Copland Room which is our hall space. To support local community we offer a discounted rate to eligible groups.

We are an accessible centre. The nearest defibrillator is in the adjoining library foyer.

Open Times for Hire:
Monday to Thursday 7am – 10.30pm
Friday 7am – 12pm
Saturday 9am – 10.30pm
Sunday 9am – 10.30pm

Floor plan of the rooms for hire:

The Copland Room

This is our largest room available and can be set up in a range of different configurations to suit your needs. It can be cleared as an empty space for exercise, dance or movement classes. If you need seating, there are 12 tables and 80 chairs available. Facilities also include a Samsung digital monitor, a data projector, ceiling speakers and a lectern with microphone, HDMI cable, WiFi Access and a portable whiteboard.

Cost:
Community Rate: $30 per hour
Business/Commercial Rate: $50 per hour

Meeting Room 1

A small, carpeted room, with a preset furniture layout suited for small groups of up to 12.

Cost:
Community Rate: $20 per hour
Business/Commercial Rate: $25 - $40 per hour

Meeting Room 2

A medium sized, carpeted room, with a preset boardroom style furniture layout suited for groups of 10 - 12.