After the opening of the original village hall on August 19th 1949 it was used for all manner of events by the residents of the village.

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It was used for parties to celebrate significant events in people’s lives such as the Golden Wedding of Mr Jesse and Mrs Frances Monk in 1962 and Mr Ernie and Mrs Mabel Waters.

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It was used for social events such as regular whist drives and village dances. One dance was a fundraiser to raise sufficient funds to provide the village bus shelter. There used to be a youth club. The Queen’s coronation was watched in the hall on a television as many people did not have their own television. Prince Charles’ Investiture as Prince of Wales in July, 1969, was also watched on a television in the hall. It was used to celebrate national events such as the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Celebrations on June 3rd 2002. The stage made it a popular venue for productions and shows such as performances by the Dancing School in Langstone. It was used for annual events such as the village fete and the horticultural and produce show.

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As the need for a new hall became apparent the old hall was the venue of fundraising events. Events such as Flower Workshops organised by Kay Lunn; hog roasts; concerts; dances and many other activities all played their part in raising funds. The hall was the setting for celebrating when the National Lottery awarded the grant to enable the new hall to be built.

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The new hall has proved to be a popular venue for wedding receptions and parties, as well as being used for regular classes in yoga, Pilates, ball room dancing and art. It is used for a regular weekly Mother and Toddlers group as well as being an excellent venue for meetings such as the Community Council meetings and the monthly Redwick History Group meetings.

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At the opening of the original hall in August 1949 Mr D.L. Jones O.B.E. who was representing the Rural Community Council said that the chief task lay, not in building the hall, but ensuring its success once opened. “I would like to think that the hall will not only be used for social purposes, but also for educational purposes.” Mr Jones’ hopes for the hall were, and continue to be, fulfilled.

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The Hall committee continues to oversee the running of the hall.