A New Roof for Your Village Hall!

Investing in the Future

This summer we’re carrying out the biggest improvement to Lockerley & East Dean Village Hall for 30 years.

Our existing roof has served the community well for decades, but it has now reached the end of its working life. Thanks to funding from Test Valley Borough Council, support from Lockerley Parish Council and the generosity of our local community, we’re now able to replace the roof and install modern insulation that will help secure the Hall for many years to come.

Why are we replacing the roof?

The existing roof is made from asbestos cement tiles, a material that was widely used when the building was constructed. While asbestos cement is generally considered safe when it remains in good condition and undisturbed, the roof is reaching the end of its serviceable life and replacement is now the responsible long-term solution.

As part of the project, the existing roof will be carefully removed by licensed specialists before the new insulated roof is installed.

This project is about much more than replacing roof tiles.

The new roof will:

Protect the building for future generations.
Improve insulation with the aim of making the Hall warmer throughout the year.
Reduce energy use and running costs.
Create a more comfortable environment for all our users.
Provide a strong foundation for future sustainability and resilience projects.

These improvements will help ensure the Hall remains an affordable, welcoming and well-used community facility for years to come.

Keeping the Hall Open

One of our priorities has been to keep disruption to a minimum.

Although scaffolding will be in place and parking arrangements may occasionally change, the Hall will remain open wherever it is safe to do so. Regular activities, clubs and events will continue throughout the project unless users are contacted directly.

Please bear with us while these important improvements take place, in particular with disruption to car parking.

A Community Project

This project has only been possible because of the support of many people and organisations.

We would like to thank:

Test Valley Borough Council
Lockerley Parish Council
Our volunteers
Our regular hall users
Everyone who has supported our fundraising events

Every coffee morning, Lock Inn, Bingo night, makers markets and community event has helped us move one step closer to securing the future of the Hall.

What happens next?

Once the roof project is complete, our work doesn’t stop there.

The Hall Management Committee is continuing to explore ways to make the building even more sustainable, reduce running costs and improve the facilities available to our community.

This new roof is an important first step towards that vision.

Progress Updates

We’d love you to follow our progress.

We’ll regularly share photographs and updates here and on our Facebook page as the work progresses, so you can watch the transformation take place.

New Roof Project