Our Village Hall Has a Brand New Roof!
31 October 2026 | Roof Replacement Project
We’re delighted to announce that, following final inspection and sign-off on 30 October 2026, the Lockerley & East Dean War Memorial Hall’s major roof replacement project is officially complete!
After more than three months of work, the scaffolding and fencing have been removed, the car park is back in full use, and normal service has been restored.
A major investment in our Hall’s future
The project has involved replacing the Hall’s ageing asbestos-containing roof tiles with new fibre-cement slates, together with significant improvements to the building’s insulation.
One of the most important benefits is something visitors won’t immediately see: the Main Hall, which previously had no roof insulation, is now properly insulated. This should make a real difference to the building’s energy efficiency, comfort and running costs for many years to come.
The works have also included improvements to the flat-roof areas, guttering and associated roofing details, helping to protect the building from the elements.
Although the project took longer than originally anticipated, we’re delighted with the transformation and the long-term benefits it will bring.
Thank you to everyone who made it possible
This project represents a significant investment in the future of our community building and would not have been possible without the support of:
- Test Valley Borough Council, whose generous grant funding made the project possible.
- Lockerley Parish Council, for its financial contribution.
- Tilbury & Wilding and their roofing team, for their hard work throughout the project.
- Our Hall users, neighbours, Lockerley School and the wider community, for their patience, understanding and cooperation during the works.
We would also like to thank everyone who worked behind the scenes to help bring this ambitious project to fruition.
Normal service has been restored!
The Hall and car park are now back to normal use, with all scaffolding and temporary fencing removed.
Although the car park and surrounding areas have been thoroughly swept, we would appreciate visitors remaining vigilant for any stray nails or roofing debris and reporting anything they notice so it can be dealt with promptly.
Here’s to the next 100 years!
Our Village Hall has been at the heart of community life for generations, hosting everything from parties, meetings, children & youth groups and safari suppers to discos, bingo, Lock Inn & Quiz evenings and Christmas Fayres.
This project has been about far more than replacing a roof. It’s about safeguarding a much-loved community building, improving its sustainability and ensuring it continues to bring people together for generations to come.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible. Here’s to the next 100+ years of village life under our wonderful new roof!
