Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Premier Event Venue in Melbourne, Derbyshire
Melbourne Assembly Rooms is a vibrant community hub rooted in the heart of Melbourne, South Derbyshire. Established in 2012 through local initiative, we steward a Grade II listed Victorian building originally opened as a school in 1897. Our organisation operates through a dedicated board of local volunteers and a professional manager, maintaining strong partnerships with Melbourne Parish Council and South Derbyshire District Council. With seven versatile spaces including the oak-beamed Main Hall and fully equipped bar/kitchen, we host over 40 weekly community groups and 500+ attendees monthly while offering premium event hire services.Our team combines historical preservation expertise with modern event management capabilities, providing tailored solutions for weddings, performances, markets, and corporate functions. We prioritise community engagement through volunteer opportunities and local supplier partnerships, ensuring accessibility through transparent pricing and inclusive facilities like free Wi-Fi and hearing loops.
Services
Event spaces
Wedding venues
Community groups
Room hire
Market stalls
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 7 flexible event spaces in a historic Grade II listed building
- Our team provides expert event coordination with local supplier networks
- Affordable hire rates starting at 10 per hour with inclusive facilities
- Proven track record hosting 500+ attendees weekly across diverse events
- Community-focused approach with volunteer engagement and local partnerships
Services
Event spaces
Our seven versatile spaces accommodate events from intimate meetings to large performances. The oak-beamed Main Hall features ambient lighting and acoustic panels for optimal sound quality. All spaces include heating, lighting, and accessibility features like hearing loops.
Wedding venues
We provide comprehensive wedding hosting with packages starting at 800 + VAT. The Main Hall accommodates 80-120 guests with optional stage setups. Our bar service and local supplier network support full event coordination from catering to photography.
Community groups
Over 40 regular community groups utilise our facilities monthly. Spaces cater to sports, classes, and meetings with flexible furniture arrangements. Hourly rates start at 10, with long-term hire discounts available for recurring groups.
Market stalls
Our Thursday market features local food and craft vendors. Outdoor spaces in front of the building provide high-visibility stalls for small businesses. Limited availability requires advance booking through our event calendar.
Room hire
Flexible hourly rentals available for all spaces. Pricing starts at 10/hour with inclusive utilities and basic furniture. Our booking system allows real-time availability checks, with options for multi-day hires and special equipment requests.
Questions
What event spaces are available at Melbourne Assembly Rooms?
We offer seven spaces including the Main Hall, Melbourne Room, Studio Lounge, and outdoor areas. Each space has unique features like stage facilities, kitchen access, and flexible seating arrangements.
Can I host a wedding at Melbourne Assembly Rooms?
Yes, we specialise in weddings with packages starting at £800 + VAT. The Main Hall accommodates 80-120 guests, and we provide bar services plus supplier recommendations for catering, florists, and more.
How do I check room availability?
Our online calendar shows real-time availability. Visit the 'Rooms' section of our website to view schedules and make bookings through our reservation system.
Are there community groups using the venue?
Over 40 regular community groups meet weekly or monthly, utilising our spaces for activities ranging from sports to educational classes. New groups are always welcome to join.
What is the market schedule?
Our Thursday market operates from 9:00 AM with local food and craft vendors. Special evening food truck events run seasonally from 4:00 PM until nightfall.
How accessible is the venue?
We provide free Wi-Fi, hearing loops in all rooms, and accessible toilets. The building has level access points and designated parking spaces for visitors with mobility needs.
Reviews (7)
Robert Hughes
Jan 20, 2022
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Visited the farmers market, good quality produce on offer just a shame there is not more stalls as the area is a bit small.
Martin Wildig
Dec 22, 2021
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Very smart, well-kept Hall. Good car park with spaces reserved for Blue Badge holders. Doors slightly narrow for wheelchair access, but OK.
Chris Lloyd
Dec 17, 2021
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Lovely hall. Well spaced chairs and very good aucustics. We attended a concert here and we're very impressed. Bar available but limited stocks. Need more non alcoholic beers especially.
Andrew Johnson
Dec 12, 2021
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Great activity always on at Melbourne, Thursday is market day, fresh fruit and veg, freshly baked bread etc, fish and coffee along with other available things well worth a visit
Joseph Duffy
Nov 21, 2021
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Went for the Christmas craft fair, lovely talking with the ladies at their stalls, such talented people
Anthony Dale
Aug 19, 2021
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Great local amenity for the village. Thursday each week has a market for independent traders to sell their wares. Well worth a visit.
Lynne Mitchell
Dec 07, 2019
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I fully recommend this venue as a place to hire for family functions. The person liaising with us was warm and welcoming and very helpful. We were able to set up beforehand and had plenty of time to clean up the next day. The provision of kitchen facilities was excellent. Superb value for money.
