Hire a Space
So you want to book with us? Amazing!Across our two sites in Poole, Branksome and Bourne, we offer a range of spaces for hire. From large sports halls to smaller meeting rooms, our community space booking options ensure there is a space to suit every need.
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Branksome
What Branksome Offers
The Branksome Centre offers a wide range of activities! From Pilates and fitness classes to dance sessions and community events, our versatile facilities make community space booking easy and convenient for hosting almost any kind of activity.
For more information please email us at adminbranksome@poolecommunitiestrust.org.uk
or message us on Facebook!
The Hall
The activity hall is a perfect space if you need a bit more room. An ideal space for sports, fitness, martial arts and more! This room also benefits from access from using our ‘blue gate’ entrance, meaning attendees can walk straight into the hall without passing through other sessions or rooms.
The Lounge and Cafe
The lounge is a large and versatile space suitable for a wide range of uses. With access to a food and drink area with hot water urn, microwave, fridge and plenty of mugs as well as a range of tables, chairs and even a couple of sofas.
Flexi Room
The Flexi Room is a multi-use room suitable for multiple activities from art classes to yoga. This smaller space is perfect for small group meetings or clubs. The room is fitted with a white board and projector screen perfect for small education classes.
Multi Use Gym Area (MUGA)
The outside court is open during daylight hours everyday for free public use. It measures 24m x 15.5.
If you would like to book the court privately, please get in touch with use with your proposed use and preferred date.
Bourne
What Bourne Offers
The Bourne Community Hub offers a wide range of activities! From Health Visitors and Pottery to Youth Sessions and community cafés, our versatile facilities make community space booking simple and convenient, perfect for hosting almost any kind of activity.
For more information please email us at adminbourne@poolecommunitiestrust.org.uk
or message us on Facebook!
Room One
Room one is our largest meeting space ideal for workshops, training sessions, and group activities. With 8 large tables, 24 chairs, and a wall-mounted screen for presentations or videos, it’s perfectly suited for engaging larger groups in a comfortable and professional setting. Whether you’re running a seminar, delivering a course, or hosting a community meeting, Room One offers the space and flexibility to make it a success.
Room Two
Room Two is a bright, flexible space ideal for meetings, workshops and small group sessions. Equipped with 8 large tables, 24 chairs and a moveable screen, it’s perfect for both professional and community use. Regularly used by local health services and the Bourne Food store, this versatile room can easily adapt to suit your needs. Whether you’re hosting a support group, training session or community meeting.
Room Three
Room Three is a cosy, private meeting space ideal for one-to-one sessions, small group discussions or quiet work. Currently used by a local diabetes clinic, this room offers a calm and professional setting with a single table and four chairs. Whether you are hosting consultations, support sessions, or low-key meetings, Room Three provides a practical and welcoming environment.
Room Five
Room Five is our smallest and most private meeting space. Perfect for one-to-one sessions or quite conversations. Ideal for up to 2-3 people, it features a wall-mounted screen and a comfortable layout suited to confidential meetings, advice sessions, or check-ins. Conveniently located just off our cafe, it’s a great choice for health care or advisory services needing a discreet but accessible setting.
The Activity Hall
Our Activity Hall is a bright, versatile space ideal for everything from fitness classes to community events. Measuring approximately 13m x 8.1m, the hall features a full-length dance mirror, integrated AV equipment for sound and visuals, and plenty of room to move. Currently home to activities like Little Kickers with AFC Bournemouth and Bingo with Friends of Bourne. The Hall is the perfect venue for energetic sessions, social events, and group workshops.
The Cafe
Our Cafe Space offers a warm and welcoming setting for social events, informal gatherings and community meet-ups. Spaning approximately 62 square metres, it comfortably accommodates up to 40 people with tables and chairs, a large wall-mounted screen, and a full counter area equipped with a hot water urn. The space also includes access to a fully fitted kitchen with fridge, freezer and oven. Currently, it hosts a weekday morning Cafe and evening youth sessions on Tuesday and Thursday respectivly, making it a lively and flexible hub for connection and activity.
Party Package
Our Cafe and Activity Hall are available together for children’s birthday party on weekends. Offering a fun, flexible space with everything you need to celebrate. The hall is 108 square metres, with plenty of room for games and activities, while the cafe provides a comfortable area for food and socialising.
The space includes use of our AV equipment and music speaker (apon request), tables and chairs, and full kitchen facilities including fridge, freezer, oven and hot water urn.
Party bookings are available from 1-5pm on Saturdays and Sundays for £90, plus a refundable £50 deposit.
Please note: we are unable to accept bookings for adult birthday parties.
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