General Terms & Conditions

1. A 50% deposit is payable with return of completed booking form.
2. A full balance of fees is payable 7 (seven) days in advance of event.
3. In the event of a booking cancellation, the following changes will be made. If more than 48 hours notice is given, 50% of the full amount will be returned. With less than 48 hours notice, no refund is given.
4. Hire includes electricity, heating and the use of toilets.
5. If the kitchen is hired, fee  includes use of kettle, toaster, crockery and cutlery. The kitchen must be left clean and tidy. All breakages must be paid for.
6. All rooms used must be left clean and tidy. It is your responsibility to remove excess rubbish generated by your event.
7. No smoking is allowed anywhere on the premises at any time.
8. Any damages must be reported to the centre manager and may incur a damage deposit for subsequent hiring.
9. All accidents must be recorded in the Accident Book which is kept in the First Aid Box in the kitchen.
10. No unreasonable noise is permitted as a consideration to other users and neighbours.
11. If you require tea and coffee a small charge will be made.
12. No alcohol or illegal substances are allowed on the premises.

IT Facilities Terms & Conditions

1. The use of the I.T facilities at Southwater Area Community Centre is subject to the following terms and conditions.
2. The I.T facilities at Southwater Area Community Centre can only be used for lawful purposes.
3. Conduct which is unlawful, or which may harass or cause distress or inconvenience to any person, and the transmission of obscene or offensive material in any form will result in the appropriate authorities being informed and immediate removal from Southwater Area Community Centre premises.
4. Southwater Area Community Centre reserves the right to decide what is considered unsuitable use of it's facilities and stop or refuse access without explanation.
5. Every effort is made by Southwater Area Community Centre to ensure safe and secure access to it's I.T facilities. However, we cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage or disruption to any data in any form.
6. Southwater Area Community Centre cannot be held responsible for damage or loss to any personal belongings.
7. Any person or persons causing deliberate damage or breakages to Southwater Area Community Centre property will pay for repairs or replacements within 14 (fourteen) days.

Hire Fee

Daily or long-term booking rates can be negotiated at the time of booking.