Henry Ward Hall
About:
Designed and built in 1894, Henry Ward Hall has welcomed the people of Hastings to gather, listen, sing and worship for more than 100 years.
With it's high ceilings and wooden fixtures, The Hall's natural acoustics make it one of the premium concert venues in the south England.
Run on a tight budget, by a team of dedicated professionals, Henry Ward Hall punches well above its weight in production values and technical expertise.
Inspiring Hastings:
Through our concerts, talks, community events and private hires, Henry Ward Hall provides a safe space for the community of Hastings and its visitors to gather, connect, and find inspiration.
His Place:
Proceeds from events at Henry Ward Hall go to His Place , the registered charity that owns and runs His Place Community Church, towards the upkeep of this wonderful building.
Check the events page, there's something for everyone.
If you think Henry Ward Hall may be the venue for your own production, visit the hire page.
What some friends have to say:
"Performing at Henry Ward Hall was a highlight of my year.
As a musician and theatre maker, finding spaces that bring together beautiful sound with authentic character and history is so inspiring. It is a hidden gem with all the qualities of a crown jewel.
"Henry Ward Hall is a fantastic place to play. It’s a beautiful old church hall that sounds and looks just amazing. The depth and space of the sound way beyond most traditional music venues and really offers something special and unique for both performers and audience. The backdrop to the stage is a beautiful old 19th century church organ and their faculty for projections allow for a deeply immersive visual as well as sonic experience. The crew are great and it’s not often that an artist gets to work so creatively with a venue in creating a live experience. The Henry Ward Hall really deserves to be a prominent venue on the UK music map. Best . Jonny.
“Henry Ward Hall is a wonderful venue for both acoustic and electric line ups.
I have performed there with both and loved the experience.”
“I haven't been invited to play at the Henry Ward Hall that often but every time I have I've been struck by the integrity and professionalism of the place. It's truly a venue to die for and NEEDS to have music performed within its hallowed walls. Terribly impressed with the piano, too.”
“What a fabulous place. Henry Ward Hall works for all styles, all ages, all genres. It has style and great character: the hall looks gorgeous (and perfect for instagram bites) and is filled with technological goodness. I am sure it made me play better - I just felt respected, appreciated, loved... at home. The grand piano is a total winner, I'll come back just for that.”