Frequently Asked Questions
You are bound to have some questions about holding an activity or event at the Lewes Subud Centre. Here is a selection of questions and answers based on the most common enquiries, which we hope will be helpful.
1. Who can hire the Centre?
Anyone can hire a room at the Centre for personal use, group activities, or business purposes. All hirers must be mindful of fellow hirers and our immediate neighbours. High levels of quiet or activities that could disturb others may require additional discussion.
• A non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking as outlined in the current
Hire Charges rate card.
• The balance of the booking fee must be paid on or before the start of the event.
• Additional fees for cleaners, a duty manager, and a refundable security deposit are
required for receptions, parties, or events where accidental damage is likely.
The Lewes Centre Management is happy to discuss your requirements and clarify booking
details.
2. Can I just pop in to find out what is available?
Please email Management at office@lewessubudcentre.co.uk to arrange a time to visit and
look around the Centre.
3. How much does it cost to hire facilities?
Our hire charges are competitive with other venues in Lewes and the surrounding area. The rate card is available on our website and reflects realistic charges for different user groups.
4. Do we have to get the room ready?
Yes. Include extra time in your booking for setup, breakdown, and participant arrival. The time charged will cover room setup, activity time, and clearing away afterward.
5. I'm running a business meeting. What equipment is available in the rooms?
The Centre provides:
• Fold-out tables
• Chairs
• Projector and screen
• Tea and coffee-making facilities
There is a small additional charge for some of these items, while others are free of charge. All charges will be visible when making a booking request through the website. All equipment must be taken from and
returned to the storage area by the hirer. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.
6. Can I have music at my party?
Yes, you can. However:
• Music must cease at midnight (or 10:30 PM on Sundays) as per our entertainment
licence.
7. Can alcohol be served at the Centre?
Yes, but:
• You cannot sell alcohol without a licence or a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) from
Wealden District Council.
• Events catered by our approved caterers may be covered under our alcohol licence.
• If applying for a TEN, ensure it is submitted at least 10 days before the event.
8. Can I bring in my own caterers?
Yes, but the following conditions apply:
• Kitchen charges: Caterers must pay for kitchen use from arrival to departure.
• Security deposit: A £150 refundable deposit is required. This will be forfeited if the
kitchen is not left in a hygienic state.
• Health compliance: Caterers must provide their Health and Safety Policy and proof of
staff adherence to hygiene standards.
• Caterers must clean the kitchen thoroughly after use.
9. Can I do my own catering?
Yes, but:
• Kitchen charges: An hourly rate applies for kitchen use, with additional charges for hob
or oven use.
• Security deposit: A £150 refundable deposit is required. This will be forfeited if the
kitchen is not left in a hygienic state.
• You must leave the kitchen clean and in the same condition as on arrival.
• Crockery and cutlery can be provided but must be cleaned, dried, and returned unless
other arrangements have been made.
10. Do I have to clean up after my event?
We ask that you:
1. Who can hire the Centre?
Anyone can hire a room at the Centre for personal use, group activities, or business purposes. All hirers must be mindful of fellow hirers and our immediate neighbours. High levels of quiet or activities that could disturb others may require additional discussion.
• A non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking as outlined in the current
Hire Charges rate card.
• The balance of the booking fee must be paid on or before the start of the event.
• Additional fees for cleaners, a duty manager, and a refundable security deposit are
required for receptions, parties, or events where accidental damage is likely.
The Lewes Centre Management is happy to discuss your requirements and clarify booking
details.
2. Can I just pop in to find out what is available?
Please email Management at office@lewessubudcentre.co.uk to arrange a time to visit and
look around the Centre.
3. How much does it cost to hire facilities?
Our hire charges are competitive with other venues in Lewes and the surrounding area. The rate card is available on our website and reflects realistic charges for different user groups.
4. Do we have to get the room ready?
Yes. Include extra time in your booking for setup, breakdown, and participant arrival. The time charged will cover room setup, activity time, and clearing away afterward.
5. I'm running a business meeting. What equipment is available in the rooms?
The Centre provides:
• Fold-out tables
• Chairs
• Projector and screen
• Tea and coffee-making facilities
There is a small additional charge for some of these items, while others are free of charge. All charges will be visible when making a booking request through the website. All equipment must be taken from and
returned to the storage area by the hirer. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.
6. Can I have music at my party?
Yes, you can. However:
• Music must cease at midnight (or 10:30 PM on Sundays) as per our entertainment
licence.
7. Can alcohol be served at the Centre?
Yes, but:
• You cannot sell alcohol without a licence or a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) from
Wealden District Council.
• Events catered by our approved caterers may be covered under our alcohol licence.
• If applying for a TEN, ensure it is submitted at least 10 days before the event.
8. Can I bring in my own caterers?
Yes, but the following conditions apply:
• Kitchen charges: Caterers must pay for kitchen use from arrival to departure.
• Security deposit: A £150 refundable deposit is required. This will be forfeited if the
kitchen is not left in a hygienic state.
• Health compliance: Caterers must provide their Health and Safety Policy and proof of
staff adherence to hygiene standards.
• Caterers must clean the kitchen thoroughly after use.
9. Can I do my own catering?
Yes, but:
• Kitchen charges: An hourly rate applies for kitchen use, with additional charges for hob
or oven use.
• Security deposit: A £150 refundable deposit is required. This will be forfeited if the
kitchen is not left in a hygienic state.
• You must leave the kitchen clean and in the same condition as on arrival.
• Crockery and cutlery can be provided but must be cleaned, dried, and returned unless
other arrangements have been made.
10. Do I have to clean up after my event?
We ask that you:
- leave the facilities the way you found them.
• Remove debris and leave the room tidy.
• Place rubbish in black sacks and dispose of glass bottles elsewhere (no glass recycling
is available onsite).
• Cleaners are available for an additional charge. Please request a quotation if needed.
11. What if I have a problem during my event?
A duty manager is not always on hand whenever the Centre is open to provide onsite assistance which may be chargeable. If you require assistance please call +44 7535 275393.
12. What is the smoking policy?
Smoking is prohibited in the building and outside the entrance. A designated smoking area is located to the left of the building.
13. Can I hire the kitchen for hob or oven use?
Yes. If you require the use of the hob or oven:
• The kitchen must be booked in advance at an additional hourly rate.
• A security deposit of £150 is required.
• The hirer or caterer must clean the kitchen thoroughly, or the security deposit will be
forfeited.
• Hob and oven use requires compliance with Health and Safety standards and hygiene
protocols.
14. Who manages the Centre day-to-day?
The Lewes Subud Centre is managed by part-time staff, including a Centre Manager and Duty Managers. The team ensures smooth operations during opening hours and reports to the Subud Centre Management Team (CMT).
We hope this FAQ answers your queries. If you have further questions, please contact us:
• Visit: Lewes Subud Centre
• Call: +44 7535 275393
• Email: office@lewessubudcentre.co.uk
• Website: www.lewessubudcentre.co.uk
We look forward to hosting your event at the Lewes Subud Centre!
• Place rubbish in black sacks and dispose of glass bottles elsewhere (no glass recycling
is available onsite).
• Cleaners are available for an additional charge. Please request a quotation if needed.
11. What if I have a problem during my event?
A duty manager is not always on hand whenever the Centre is open to provide onsite assistance which may be chargeable. If you require assistance please call +44 7535 275393.
12. What is the smoking policy?
Smoking is prohibited in the building and outside the entrance. A designated smoking area is located to the left of the building.
13. Can I hire the kitchen for hob or oven use?
Yes. If you require the use of the hob or oven:
• The kitchen must be booked in advance at an additional hourly rate.
• A security deposit of £150 is required.
• The hirer or caterer must clean the kitchen thoroughly, or the security deposit will be
forfeited.
• Hob and oven use requires compliance with Health and Safety standards and hygiene
protocols.
14. Who manages the Centre day-to-day?
The Lewes Subud Centre is managed by part-time staff, including a Centre Manager and Duty Managers. The team ensures smooth operations during opening hours and reports to the Subud Centre Management Team (CMT).
We hope this FAQ answers your queries. If you have further questions, please contact us:
• Visit: Lewes Subud Centre
• Call: +44 7535 275393
• Email: office@lewessubudcentre.co.uk
• Website: www.lewessubudcentre.co.uk
We look forward to hosting your event at the Lewes Subud Centre!