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Welcome to The Venue


If you or your organisation is looking for an affordable venue, try The Venue. You can find us at Wear Road, Stanley, DH9 6AH.

Our facilities are suitable for most purposes, from meetings to parties and dance classes, with very competitive prices.

The Venue is managed by a dedicated team of volunteers.  If you have sparetime and would like to join a team of dedicated volunteers, to support the local community, please contact us on 01207 233512.

Please note that reception is open from 9am until 6pm Mon-Fri. 

FACILITIES

All the rooms at The Venue are named after pits which were prominent in the area.  Coal mining played a huge part in the development of Stanley and created the wonderful friendly community we have today. 

Disabled Access

The Venue is adapted for disabled users.  There is a ramp to front of the building for ease of access and there are disabled toilets.  The Venue is on one floor and no stairs, and all doorways are wheelchair friendly. 

Louisa Lounge

Why not drop in for a coffee and chat with your friends.  The cafe offers a range hot and cold drinks, and a selection of biscuits.  Why not try one of our fresh ground cups of coffee, relax and spend some quality time with friends. A warm welcome is always assured.   The Louisa Lounge also exhibits paintings for sale by the local artist John Ord.  

PAYMENT METHODS

The Venue accepts payment by Bank Card, Credit Card, Cash, Bank Transfer, Online through our webside thevenestanley.org.uk  (certain purchases only).  Please ask for more details.  
NOTE: The Venue currently cannot accept payments over the telephone.  Bank card payments have a minimum of £1 spend. 

HALLOWEEN PARTY- Saturday 25th October

The Venue are proud to host their annual Halloween Party, with games, music, prizes provided by Project DJ. Lets make it another howling success. Saturday 25th November 4.30pm until 7.30pmTickets go on sale TBA
HALLOWEEN PARTY- Saturday 25th October

SUMMER PARTY - Saturday 9th August

The Venue are proud to announce their Summer Party. Entertainment by the brillant Project DJ, so there will be plenty of games, music and prizes. Saturday August 9th, 3.00pm until 5.30pm. TICKETS NOW ON SALE. Please note tickets cannot be reserved.
SUMMER PARTY - Saturday 9th August

The Venues Family Xmas Party- Saturday 6th December

Lots of fun at our Family Festive Party. Games, music, prizes and off course a visit from Santa. Entertainment by the wonderful Project DJ. Ticket on Sale TBA.
The Venues Family Xmas Party- Saturday 6th December

XMAS FAYRE (Free Entry)- Saturday 22nd November

Come along to the Xmas Fayre where there will be stalls tempting you with their festive treats and gifts. Entry is free. Tables for sellers are available to book now, so reserve your table now to avoid disappointment. Saturday 22nd November 1pm till 4pm
XMAS FAYRE (Free Entry)- Saturday 22nd November
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