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HISTORY In 1892 The Parish Rooms at Sarisbury
Green were gifted by Mrs. Louisa Seymour, sister of the vicar, for the use of
the parishioners of Sarisbury. By the mid seventies the rooms had fallen into
disrepair but plans to close them were opposed by the local community and the
charity commissioners approved their transfer to new trustees in 1982. RESTORATION The new trustees embarked on a continuing
programme of repair and refurbishment. New kitchens, toilets and a committee
room were built. In recent years a new heating system has been installed and
the insulation improved. An audio loop has been installed in the Parish Hall
and the reading room with a sound amplifier system. The lighting level has
been improved throughout and doorways and facilities have been improved to
facilitate wheelchair access into and throughout the building. Light switches
and door handles have been relocated at convenient heights with safety locks
fitted to all external doors. The stage, which has not been used as such for
years, has been removed and the Hall redecorated. In making all these improvements care has
been taken to preserve the charm of our late Victorian buildings whilst
ensuring a safe, comfortable and convenient environment for all users. Recognising the excellence of the work of the trustees and other volunteers, grants have been awarded by Local and County Councils and by local industries |
