New doors make Alveston Jubilee Hall safer for community groups

Alveston Jubilee Hall has unveiled a new look following the installation of hardwood doors, improving the safety for many of the community groups that use the building, while respecting its Victorian heritage.

The project was made possible thanks to a donation from our Tytherington quarry, as well as the Alveston Jubilee Hall management committee.

The much-loved community venue received funding to replace its entrance doors with double planked hardwood doors set in a matching frame with glazed glass viewing panels.

The improvements were designed to meet safety requirements while respecting the building’s heritage, in line with advice from South Gloucestershire Council’s Conservation Officer.

Additional safety measures have also been introduced, such as new locks to regulate the number of key holders, doorbells for late arrivals and guidance for users to secure the internal bolt when the hall is in use.

“With so many local community groups – including children’s dance classes, Rainbows and social clubs – using the building each week, plus understandable concerns about safety in public places in light of recent national events, the need for stronger safety measures and to safeguard users had become an important priority,” said Leslie Forrest, member of Alveston Jubilee Hall management committee.

“The new doors look great and we’re very grateful to Tytherington quarry for its donation towards the project.”

Esther Hardy, Unit Manager, added: “We’re delighted to have supported this project to help give community groups peace of mind when using the hall.”