Stoke Newington Town Hall reopens to reveal all

Stoke Newington Town Hall

The newly restored Stoke Newington Town Hall is due to re-open its doors to the public next month, with what is promised to be a showcase of exciting events.

The Council’s ‘Reveal’ showcase marks the completion of major restoration work to bring the building back into use, offering a variety of cultural and community events during the week prior to the official reopening of the 1930s Art Deco building.

Visitors will be able to enjoy exhibitions, talks, jazz performances, opera and folk music, as well as an opportunity to see the building that has been brought back to its former glory.

Deputy Mayor Cllr Karen Alcock said, “The exciting mix of cultural and community events planned for the Reveal showcase is the perfect way to welcome residents and visitors back to Stoke Newington Town Hall and bring this much loved venue back into the heart of the community.”

More details about the Reveal showcase will be announced in the New Year.

The Council says the historic Grade II listed building will provide a high quality and attractive space for community events and for residents to celebrate weddings, birthdays and other life events with their friends and families, providing two unique spaces for community use and private hire – the Council Chamber and Assembly Hall.

A 25 per cent discount will be offered to Hackney-based community groups offering free events to the broad community, registered charities, religious and faith organisations holding community events.

Stoke Newington Town Hall was built between 1935 and 1937. It was designed by the distinguished architect J. Reginald Truelove and built in brick and Portland stone.

It was opened by the Lord Mayor of London on 27 September 1937. The complex is a lasting reminder of Stoke Newington’s great civic pride in its status as a Metropolitan borough.

Since then the building has survived the Blitz, and hosted many operas and classical music performances.

When Stoke Newington Town Hall is brought back into use, the Council Chamber and Assembly Hall will provide a unique, historic setting for events of all kinds.

The Council Chamber retains many of its original features, including a stunning domed ceiling, vaulted galleries, Australian walnut timber panelling and ornate gold cornicing.

Leading up to the Chamber is the impressive sweeping staircase, in the Art Deco style, ideal for creating a real sense of occasion, whilst the Assembly Hall features its signature mirror ball and sprung Canadian maple dance floor.

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