Paekākāriki.NZ
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A beloved home to events, concerts, a bike library, monthly market, an annual book fair, winter film festival, art show and much more, run by the Paekākāriki Community Trust.
Feel free to call Jan Borland on 0275 704 230 (for general enquiries, bookings, and pricing) or Derek Borland on 021 654 339 or Francis Mills on 0210 565 787 (for general / techy / AV questions) – in advance of booking if you have any questions.
Noise: Please note that the Hall is subject to the Kāpiti Coast District Council’s noise control regulations and because it is located in a residential area, the Hall is not suitable for loud events.
Monday to Saturday – all noise must stop by 10.45pm, unless an extension is discussed and arranged in advance. Extensions may require a bond. The hall must be vacated by midnight unless an arrangement has been made with the Paekakariki Community Trust.
Sunday nights – all noise must stop by 8.30pm.
The Paekākāriki Community Trust hires out the hall on an as-is-where-is basis. The hall has a legal capacity of 195. Please think carefully and ensure that you have booked sufficient time for set up and clean up as we may be unable to accommodate extra time at the last minute. Groups or individuals, may be asked for additional information to satisfy the requirements of the Trust.
Hire rates cover use of the hall and stage, 25 trestle tables (760mm x 1830mm) and 155 chairs.
Hall size:
Width – 9.2m; Length – 11.7m (stage front to entry door, minus alcove and lobby)
Stage size:
Depth – 4.5m (front to back); Width of opening – 7.2m
WIFI – we now have streaming capability. Great for powerpoint presentations. We always advise a back-up, as with any internet system. Hirers can ask their Hall Host for the password.
Accessibility – both the entrance and toilets are wheelchair accessible.
General Kitchen Use – there are 100+ mugs; 30 tea cups and saucers; 100 side plates; 20 drinking glasses; 3 coffee plungers; a variety of serving plates; and a limited supply of cutlery. (Pics of kitchen gear here). If you are using the hall for making drinks only, there will be no extra charge.
Additional charges apply for use of the kitchen for preparing food, catering purposes, use of oven, use of pie warmer, and for special equipment. You’ll find more pictures of the hall here and on our Facebook page.
What YOU need to bring – please bring your own tea towels, rubbish bags etc, and remember to take your rubbish with you.
Please ensure you leave the hall as you found it with all chairs and tables put away. As the hall floor has recently been replaced, please do not drag chairs across the floor but use the trolley provided at the back of the hall. Stack chairs in multiples of 10. Five stacks per row.
Please note: The Trust reserves the right to have a Trust Member present at events to protect the interests of the Hall.
Weddings are popular at St Peter’s Village Hall either as the main wedding ceremony venue, or the reception venue, or both.
Our Hall looks spectacular when decorated. The deck is situated through double doors, and a marquee can be erected on this area, with or without sides. Many weddings choose to use the deck area and marquee for their bar and food servery area.
A beautiful garden backdrops this deck area too – click here for photos.
Wedding parties love Paekakariki as a wedding destination – a smaller unique venue that can be decorated to suit your taste; great photo opportunities at the beach; many accommodation options within the village and surrounding area; village shops and cafés; a hotel and bottle store.
We have 150 chairs plus 25 trestles; tablecloths for hire, both black, and white; catering equipment to serve 100; a fully functional kitchen with a large oven, fridge, and pie warmer, and plenty of space for yourself or a caterer to work.
Our Hall has many extras to hire – please see below.
You will be assigned a Wedding Host from St Peter’s Village Hall who will help and support you through the process of booking and deciding on your requirements, up until your wedding day. There will be a Host fee of $25 charged for this.
Please feel free to contact Jan to ask about viewing the hall, pricing, and suggestions, on 0275 704 230 or email: [email protected]
There is a church next door – St Peter’s Anglican Church – you can enquire here if you wish to find out more about this as a ceremony venue:
[email protected]
Hire charges help cover hall running costs – (e.g. rates, rent on the land, electricity, insurance, maintenance, improvements etc) and to ensure the Hall continues to exist as a resource for the Community.
Hall Hire:
The Green Room is now available as a stand alone hire for small meetings or gatherings, holding 10-12 people comfortably. It is carpeted; has a good heater; power points; tables and chairs available; plus a small fridge. Note there is no toilet or kitchen (public loos across the road). $25 for an evening or half day hire. Email enquiry: [email protected]
Extras: (photos available here)
Sometimes we ask for a deposit in order to secure your booking. Once you have submitted the booking form, we will email you with confirmation of the date and any payment instructions.
If you cancel a week or more before the event, we will refund your deposit, if paid.
A Hall Host will let you into the Hall at the start time you specified on the booking form. Call Jan Borland on 0275 704 230; or Derek Borland on 021 654 339; or Francis Mills 021 0565 787 (prior to your booking) if you have not heard from a member of The Trust.
All events are assigned a Host who will ensure you are familiar with all aspects of the hall pertaining to your event. Depending on the time involved, this is likely to incur a Host fee of $25 per booking
St Peter’s Village Hall – Information for Hirers (read before submitting a Booking Form please!)
The 2023 Film Festival will take place in a modified format.
Watch for details of dates early 2023.
St Peter’s Village Hall has two markets – the Monthly Market and the Community Christmas Market. The Markets are run by the Paekakariki Community Trust.
All your goods need to be on the trestle or behind it – in other words, no stands to sit beside your table.
All your goods need to be on the trestle or behind it – in other words, no stands to sit beside your table.
The Paekākāriki Community Trust has had a busy year running St Peter’s Hall and fundraising for its upkeep. Sarah Te One fills us in on the details.
St Peter’s Hall recently held their annual fundraising Book Fair. And it couldn’t be done without the help of all the volunteers! Ian Clark from the Paekākāriki Community Trust pays tribute to you all.
St Peter’s Village Hall is a much loved community venue. It was built in 1918 for the Anglican Church and has been used by the Church and the Community since then. In 2007 it was sold to the Paekākāriki Community and is now run by the Paekākāriki Community Trust.
The Trust raises funds for the Hall’s renovation and upkeep.
Since 2012 major restoration work has been done, including rewiring and installing a contemporary lighting, heating and cooling system. The toilets have been upgraded, the interior painted, and a new commercial-style kitchen has been installed.
The stage upgrade includes a Public Address system (incl Cordless Mics), a projector and screen, theatre lighting and red velvet curtains.
A large deck has been added that can accommodate a 6m x 3m Marquee which is now available for hire.
The Hall floor has been replaced with new Matai floorboards, using recycled weather boards from a house in Te Aroha and Nae Nae. This will ensure the Hall will be able to be enjoyed by the community for many years to come.
Landscaping has been completed by buildng steps on the south side of the property allowing easier access to the Bike Library, and connecting the property from Ames Street to the deck. Wifi has been installed.
Upgrades continue to occur as and when finances are available. Voluntary input from Village residents into the Hall is vital to ensure these upgrades.
The Paekākāriki Community Trust was created in 2007 when the Anglican Church sold St Peter’s Hall to the community for $1.00.
The hall was in a dilapidated condition at the time, and has since been completely renovated, including a rebuilt south wall, repainting, new toilets, new kitchen, new floor, a deck on the eastern side and improved access on the south side. This has all been done with grants, fundraising and, importantly, with the labour of many many volunteers.
St Peter’s Hall today is a fantastic asset for the local community and is in constant use for all kinds of events and activities.
The Trust Deed sets out our objectives, and these guide everything we do. The objectives are:
Trustees are elected annually at the AGM. We encourage new people to put themselves forward for election. And we welcome volunteers throughout the year to help with our regular fundraising events – the Art Show, Book Fair and Film Festival.
Ian Clark, Chair – Paekākāriki Community Trust.
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