Village Hall History

In 1914 the locally well known architect H.G. Ibberson drew up plans for a proposed 'institute' to be built near St. Mary's Church in Holme-next-the-Sea. The final construction differed from the the original plans (much the same often happens today) but still resulted in a building of considerable character.

The Le Strange Estate of Hunstanton presented the building to the Parish Council of Holme-next-the-Sea and Hamon le Strange laid the foundation stone. Subsequently the building was well used by the local branch of the Women's Institute and so became known as "The Institute" and, eventually, "The Village Hall".

Today's building has been much improved and extended with the recent addition of a large kitchen and a meeting room. However, the main hall has retained much of its original character and features an attractive beamed ceiling.