Hall Hire
The Balmain Rowing Club Hall is a non-smoking venue available for hire for parties, wedding receptions, conferences, family get togethers or any event that requires a comfortable venue by the Harbour, for members and their guests.
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Located at the bottom of Elkington Park in Balmain, the hall provides a wonderful opportunity for a fantastic function.
To Book the Hall for a function or for any related inquiries please call Joe on 0402235532 (during office hours only) or use the form on this page.
FAQ
How much does it cost to hire the hall?
The cost varies depending on when the hall is to be used.
A fee of $485 (inc GST) will apply for any functions of up to 6 hours finishing before 7pm, or a fee of $595 (inc. GST) will apply for any functions of up to 6 hours finishing before 11pm. For more information, please see the Hall Hire contract.
Can I book an extra day to set up the day before?
Yes, however an extra fee of $185.00 (inc GST) will apply.
Does Balmain Rowing Club cater?
We do not have any catering services, we only hire the hall-space itself. We do however have a list of recommendations for caterers. Please email Polly for more details.
When can I gain access for setting up?
The key will be given to you at 10am on the day of your hire in return for a fully refundable $500 cash deposit.
When am I required to return the Key?
You are required to return the key by 9.30am the next morning, unless prior arrangements have been made.
Am I required to clean the hall?
As a general rule you are required to clean the hall and leave it as you found it before you return the key, if you are paying the standard hirer’s fee. A vacuum cleaner and some cleaning material is provided for this. If you fail to do so, it will result in a charge being levied against the key deposit. BRC will clean the hall if arrangements are made prior to the function and an agreed fee is paid.
Am I required to remove my rubbish?
As part of the hire you are provided two wheelie 'otto' bins that you can use for your rubbish - additional bins can be paid for at $50 each, however this arrangement must be made prior to the booking. Bins must be placed out on the kerb the morning after the hire. You must remove all other rubbish from the premises after your function. No other rubbish at all is to be left on the kerb side.
Does BRC provide plates and glasses?
We do not provide any plates or glasses. The hirer is required to provide any plates, glassware and cutlery required. All the Items provided by BRC are listed on the Hall Hirer’s contract.
Is BRC a smoking Venue?
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises of the Rowing Club.
Does BRC provide a PA system
There is no PA system in the building. You may bring your own equipment into the hall, but please also see the question below regarding noise.
Does the Hall have disabled access?
Yes: a path leads directly to the door of the club from the street, however we do not have disabled toilet facilities.
What types of parking are available around the club?
Only street parking is available. BRC does not have any off-street parking.
Does the hall have water views?
The hall is an absolute waterfront venue with unobstructed water views toward the west of Sydney Harbour. Though we do not have views of the city the club looks out to Cockatoo Island, with Lane Cove and Gladesville in the background.
Can I decorate the walls and the structure of the hall?
You are able to put up any non-permanent /non-marking decorations inside the hall, provided that all fixings tape, blu-tak, etc are removed at the end of the function. Please be particularly careful of the honour boards on the walls covered by the curtains when putting up decorations.
How much noise am I allowed to make?
The BRC hall is located in a local neighborhood area, so we can not accept hirers who are going to disturb the local neighborhood population. Noise and music must be kept to background levels outside the hall. Hirers are required to be considerate toward neighbors when returning to their cars or accessing taxi cabs. Acoustic screens on the south side windows must be left in position.
How do I secure a booking?
To book the hall, you should first contact Polly either by phone on 0407413761 (during office hours only), or by email using the form on this page, to check the availability of the hall for your preferred date(s). Once you have found a suitable date for your function, you should then send the completed application and a cheque for the full hall Hire fee to the address on the application form. This application will then be processed and approved (at this point your cheque will be deposited) or rejected (and your cheque will be returned to you). You will only have a confirmed booking upon receipt of written confirmation from us.
Are there any cancellation fees if I don't use the Hall?
Yes, if the booking is cancelled more than 4 weeks prior to the event, a $150 administration fee will be charged. After this time the full hire fee is non refundable.
Where can I get a copy of the Contract?
You can view the contract on the Hall hire page
Sunset from the rowing club.
Email Form
Use the form below to contact the Hall Hire Manager: