About the Victory Hall
Why “Victory Hall”? After the Second World War, the people of Somersham decided to raise funds to build a village hall as a mark of gratitude for the Allies’ victory. It took 40 years to complete the scheme!
Our history
- After 1945 – villagers begin fundraising for a hall to mark the Allied victory.
- 1984/85 – the fundraising committee sells its land in Church Street, making a grant application to Huntingdon District Council possible.
- March 1985 – the Parish Council gives its full support and backing.
- September 1985 – a £15,000 grant from the local authority’s Leisure and Amenities Committee. The Parish Council pledges a substantial sum and the Carnival Committee around £3,000, with more donations from clubs and individuals. Total project cost: £61,000.
- Winter 1986/87 – building begins.
- 20 September 1991 – opened as the Somersham and District Day Centre by Dame Norma Major.
- 17 December 1993 – officially opened by our then local MP and Prime Minister, Sir John Major.
With thanks to Alan Draper for permission to use his “History of the Hall”.
Trustees & committee
Somersham Victory Hall is a registered charity (no. 1025367) run by volunteer Trustees.
[Confirm current committee – the old site lists the 2018 committee]
| Chair | Lesley Minter |
|---|---|
| Vice-Chair | Eddie Howlett |
| Treasurer | Richard Braithwaite |
| Secretary | Mary Slevin |
| Committee members | Sarah Howlett, Kathy Spaxman, Teresa Clark, Elaine Buckridge, Tony Hulme |
| Booking Clerk | Sara Claypole |
Become a Trustee
We meet once a month on a Tuesday evening. Talk to Lesley: lesleyminter@aol.com · 01487 841837