Village hall
Abington Village Institute
66 High Street, Great Abington, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB21 6AB
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Details last checked 28 days ago
Robert Edwards, CC BY-SA 2.0
Church Lane meets the High Street in the Abingtons, near Abington Village Institute
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- Hire price
- Not confirmedcheck with the venue
- Capacity
- 80seated
- Rooms
- 6bookable spaces
- Kitchen
- Full kitchenfor catering
Hire price
Rates not confirmed
Ask the venue for a quote for your date.
- Capacity
- Up to 80
- Spaces
- 6 to book
Prices as published by the venue, checked 28 days ago. Confirm with them before you book.
About this venue
Abington Village Institute is the village hall and community centre for Great and Little Abington, located at 66 High Street in Great Abington. Its hire page lists a Main Hall for up to 100 people (80 seated at tables), a Terrace for 40 and a Meeting Room for 12 at tables, plus a separately bookable kitchen and two sports changing rooms. The Main Hall has a sound system with hearing loop and digital projector/screen; tables, chairs and a well-equipped kitchen are available subject to room-use conditions. The foyer hosts the village café and has Wi-Fi but is not bookable. Booking is offered to village groups, residents and people or businesses with an Abington connection; outside residents should explain their connection and the committee confirms suitability and availability. Hire is by morning, afternoon or evening session. The published rates are dated April 2020–March 2021 and are indicative guidance only; contact the Bookings Team for the current tariff.
Facilities
Catering & space
- Kitchen availableYes
- Bar on siteNot confirmed
- Tables and chairs includedYes
- StageNot confirmed
- Garden or outdoor spaceNot confirmed
Access & accessibility
- On-site parkingNot confirmed
- Step-free accessNot confirmed
- ToiletsYes
- Accessible toiletYes
Permissions & licensing
- Alcohol allowedConditional
- Amplified music allowedNot confirmed
- Late licence availableNot confirmed
- Bouncy castles allowedNot confirmed
- Dog friendlyNot confirmed
Connectivity & extras
- Wi-FiYes
- Projector or screenYes
Also features
- Main Hall sound system with hearing loop
- digital overhead projector and screen
- 10 large and 12 small folding tables
- 120 chairs across hall and store room
- full kitchen equipment
- Terrace kitchenette
- Wi-Fi in foyer
- disabled toilet with baby-changing facilities
- Jeremiah's Café in foyer
- bookable changing rooms for sports clubs
Good for
- Meetings
- Classes & courses
- Community events
- Fitness & yoga
- Private parties
Rooms and pricing
Hire rates and the spaces you can book.
Main Hall
80 seated- sound system with hearing loop
- digital overhead projector and screen
- tables and chairs
- heating and lighting
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Main Hall — Morning (09:00–13:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£18 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Main Hall — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£18 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Main Hall — Evening (18:00–23:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£23 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Main Hall — Morning (09:00–13:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£55 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Main Hall — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£55 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Main Hall — Evening (18:00–23:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£95 per session
Terrace
- small kitchenette
- two electric kettles
- crockery and cutlery
- heating and lighting
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Terrace — Morning (09:00–13:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£12 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Terrace — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£12 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Terrace — Evening (18:00–23:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£12 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Terrace — Morning (09:00–13:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£30 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Terrace — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£30 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Terrace — Evening (18:00–23:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£50 per session
Meeting Room
12 seated- heating and lighting
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Meeting Room — Morning (09:00–13:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£9 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Meeting Room — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£9 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Meeting Room — Evening (18:00–23:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£12 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Meeting Room — Morning (09:00–13:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£25 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Meeting Room — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£25 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Meeting Room — Evening (18:00–23:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£30 per session
Venue hire rates
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Changing Rooms (2) — Morning (09:00–13:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings. Changing-room rate is per use.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£24 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Changing Rooms (2) — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings. Changing-room rate is per use.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£24 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Changing Rooms (2) — Evening (18:00–23:00)
Community / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings. Changing-room rate is per use.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£24 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Changing Rooms (2) — Morning (09:00–13:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings. Changing-room rate is per use.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£25 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Changing Rooms (2) — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings. Changing-room rate is per use.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£25 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Changing Rooms (2) — Evening (18:00–23:00)
Standard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings. Changing-room rate is per use.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£25 per session
Deposits and other charges
These are separate from room and venue hire rates.
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Kitchen — Morning (09:00–13:00)
KitchenCommunity / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£12 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Kitchen — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
KitchenCommunity / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£12 per session
Village groups/organisations/regular users — Kitchen — Evening (18:00–23:00)
KitchenCommunity / charity
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Village groups, organisations and regular users; repeat-use discounts may apply. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£12 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Kitchen — Morning (09:00–13:00)
KitchenStandard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£25 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Kitchen — Afternoon (13:00–18:00)
KitchenStandard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£25 per session
Private hire by individuals/businesses — Kitchen — Evening (18:00–23:00)
KitchenStandard
Indicative tariff expressly dated April 2020–March 2021; confirm current charges. Private hire by individuals/businesses; bookings are generally restricted to village residents or people with an Abington connection, and local businesses may enquire. Hire is by session, not hourly; setup hours may cost extra. Discounts are published for consecutive sessions and multi-room bookings.
Source: www.theabingtons.org.uk£30 per session
Other spaces
- Kitchen
- Changing Room 1
- Changing Room 2
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Sources & checks
Last checked 16 October 2026
Information taken from www.theabingtons.org.uk, www.scambs.gov.uk, www.theabingtons.org.uk, www.theabingtons.org.uk, scambs.moderngov.co.uk, commons.wikimedia.org.
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