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Summerhill Bowling CluB waS offiCially opened on 17 July 1916 aS a private memBerS Bowling CluB in the Summerhill area of newCaStle upon tyne.
Off-the-beaten-track yet just a stones throw from the city centre, Summerhill Bowling Club is a beautiful indoor and outdoor venue for events with a difference. Bursting with vintage character and charm, Summerhill Bowling Club is the perfect place to host a range of events and activities, from weddings to meetings.
In 2010, a group of residents discovered that Summerhill Bowling Club was set to close. Unable to bear the thought of losing such a loved local landmark, The Friends of Summerhill charity formed, bought the club and took it into community ownership. The result: a newly-renovated pavilion and two verdant lawns, licensed and now available for hire.
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Summerhill offers the beauty of a natural setting and the practicality of a city-centre location; a grand Georgian square in a conservation area, just a short walk from Newcastles Central Station.
Frequented in years gone by sporting legends like WG Grace, Len Shackleton and Jackie Milburn, who all played bowls at the club, Summerhill retains a sense of history and nostalgia youll find hard not to love.
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BEAUTIFUL SPACES INSIDE AND OUT
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The existing pavilion was built in 1937; while having undergone significant renovations, it retains its original structure and layout. With a neutral finish inside, it is possible to create a variety of themes within the space and The Friends of Summerhill are happy to help turn your vision into reality.
Both lawns (35mx35m each) are available for hire and perfect for pitching a marquee, gazebo, or even a stage. Why not borrow bowls or croquet equipment for games that will take you back to the vintage days of Summerhill.
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FACTS AND FIGURES
to find out more aBout Summerhill Bowling CluB, pleaSe ContaCt: hugh Stolliday, manager -
[email protected], 07956 675 637
PAVILION
Size: 115m2 (approximate) Parking spaces: 8 available for regular rent - 12 reserved for use by hall hire customers. Capacity: 110
GREENS
Size: each 1225m2 (approximate) Access: full vehicular and disabled access to lower green only Capacity: 300+
PRICE LIST
We operate a tiered pricing system that helps us cater for different types of groups on different budgets. As a social enterprise, our aim is to make sure that community groups and activities on restricted budgets can be supported and subsidised by private and commercial hire. If youd like to find out how much it would cost to hire the pavilion or greens for your particular group, please do get in touch with us: [email protected] and we will be happy to discuss your particular needs. Full terms and conditions are available on request.
SUMMerhILL BOWLING CLUB 07956 675 637
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NeWCASTLe UPON TyNe
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www.friendsofsummerhill.org.uk
[email protected]
