The Public Hall Refurbishment

Phase 1 of the Gosforth Public Hall refurbishment programme should be complete by the end of September to allow the Library to re-open along with the Supper Room and general purpose Meeting Room (the old kitchen). Bookings are being taken for these rooms from 1 October, when the Main Hall will be closed.

When will the Phase 2 work start and how long will it last?

Phase 2 of the work has started with laying the foundations for the new access, store and kitchen at the rear on the building.  Phase 2 work is currently scheduled to be complete by mid May 2027. We are assuming that the opening event wil be the annual Art Show over the August Bank Holiday weekend.

GADS Productions during the refurbishment

During the refurbishment we are trying to put on as much as possible with the limited facilities. The play “Two” was staged very successfully in October 2025, our Youth Theatre Group performed “The Phantom and the Phoenix” in March 2026 and a “21st Century Showcase” in May 2026 featured songs from modern musicals. In August we held our annual Summer Youth Workshop although we relocated to the school. We are also developing a series of workshops to keep members engaged and Plays for Pleasure has returned. With each being held monthly, there should be something for you every 2 weeks. Upcoming events are advertised here on the website and on Facebook. The next production in the refurbished Hall is likely to be an Autumn Play (2027) followed by a long overdue pantomime in January 2028.

Youth Theatre Group

The weekly Youth Theatre Group did not return in September after the Summer Holidays. We will be taking a break until the New Year while we investigate a suitable alternative venue.

Plays for Pleasure

P4P usually only runs between shows to keep our active members engaged. So the refurbishment work provides an ideal opportunity for those avid play readers. Moreover, readings are held in the Function Room at the Kellbank so are unaffected by the ongoing work. Dates and times will appear here, on our Socials and in the Seatallen Benefice Magazine.

Parking at the Hall

Parking at the Hall is very limited, especially now that the Phase 2 work has begun. The construction contractors need most of the current car parking areas for their construction compounds although they will maintain safe access walkways to the parts of the building in use. Please drop off near the hairdressers if necessary and park in the free public car park across the road.

Where can I find out more information about GADS?

With the current uncertainties, the entire GADS programme is subject to change and you can keep up to date here on the website or by following us on Facebook.