Dorothy Parkes Community Centre
Hosted by Dorothy Parkes Community Centre
SpacetoCo Host since January 2026 · 750 bookingsThe Dorothy Parkes Centre is a warm, modern, fully accessible community hub in Smethwick offering flexible, affordable rooms for meetings, classes, workshops, celebrations and community groups. With bright halls, welcoming staff and great facilities, it’s the perfect space to connect, create and bring your activities to life.
Areas in this space (5)
This space contains 5 different areas that can be booked independently.
Dorothy Parkes Community Centre
The below areas are bookable for this space.
About this space
Available on Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1pm to 7pm, you can book our fantastic venue for parties and celebrations. With its clean, neutral décor and generous size, it becomes a perfect blank canvas for children’s parties, family events, and small receptions.
What the space looks & feels like
Bright, spacious and easy to decorate
Modern grey colour scheme
Warm and welcoming with central heating
Looks great in photos and social media posts
Safe, clean and suitable for all ages
High ceilings which are great for large bouncy castles
Ideal for
Children’s birthday parties
Family celebrations
Small wedding receptions
Community celebrations
Baby showers, christenings, anniversaries
Bouncy castles can be used (hired from an external supplier)
Capacity & Layout
Fits up to 120 guests seated theatre style
Includes tables and chairs (6ft rectangular tables, 6 round tables + grey chairs)
Layout can be customised for seating, food, play areas or inflatables
Decorations & Additional Notes
You are welcome to bring your own decorations
Chair covers & tablecloths not included
No outside electrical equipment permitted within the kitchen.
Bring your own: cutlery, plates/bowls, cups, serving items
Kitchen Access
Party hirers may use:
Ovens (warming only, no cooking from scratch)
Gas hob
Microwaves
Fridge for temporary food storage
Kitchen access included for food prep & serving (not full catering use)
What’s Included for Private Hire
· Free WiFi available to all hirers.
· Tables and chairs included.
· Use of PA System
Equipment / Kit (on request)
Projector
Screen
Microphone
Whiteboard / Flipchart
Great for speeches, slideshows or memory displays at parties.
Access to Other Spaces
Kitchen access included for warming and serving food
Hall hire includes use of the hall only unless otherwise arranged
Heating
The hall is fully centrally heated.
Staff
Staff are available on-site for support if needed.
Booking schedule
Amenities
Suitable for
Location
Dorothy Parkes Centre, Church Road, Smethwick, UK
Opening times
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
1:00pm - 7:00pm
Sunday
1:00pm - 7:00pm
Rules
Rules of Hire
These rules apply to all hirers and community groups using our facilities. By making a booking, you agree to abide by the following terms to ensure the safety, comfort, and fairness of all users.
1. Booking and Access
• Use only the rooms and times you have booked.
• For weekend afternoon bookings, setup and pack-down time must be included in your booking. Do not arrive earlier than your booking start time or stay beyond your finish time as you will be charged.
• For community group bookings, a short period before and after your booking is allocated for setting up and packing away.
• The space must not be sub‑let or used for any purpose other than that agreed.
• Hirers must be over 18 and responsible for all attendees.
2. Cleanliness and Rubbish
• Leave the room, kitchen, bathrooms, and any used areas clean and tidy.
• All rubbish must be placed in the bins – please follow the recycling rules within the centre
3. Damage and Liability
• The hirer is responsible for any damage, breakages, or loss caused during the booking.
• Repair or replacement costs may be charged where applicable.
• Report any accidental damage or concerns to staff immediately.
4. Behaviour and Supervision
• Children and vulnerable adults must be supervised at all times.
• Noise levels must be kept to a respectful level for neighbours and other users.
• Activities must not cause nuisance, disruption, or risk to others.
• Follow all instructions from centre staff.
5. Safety and Compliance
• Fire exits must not be blocked at any time.
• Hirers must familiarise themselves with evacuation routes and procedures.
• No hazardous materials, naked flames, fireworks, or flammable décor are permitted.
• Only PAT-tested electrical items may be brought into the building with prior approval.
6. Smoking, Alcohol, and Food
• Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited inside the building and on the premises.
• Alcohol is only permitted with prior approval and compliance with licensing rules.
• Food preparation must follow basic hygiene standards; please clean all surfaces after use.
7. Pets and Animals
• No animals are permitted except verified assistance dogs.
8. Compliance and Enforcement
• Failure to follow these rules may result in immediate termination of the booking.
• Future bookings may be declined if rules are breached.
These rules help us keep the centre safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone who uses it and ensures that you have a positive experience with us.
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Additional details
As we are located in the heart of a residential area, we do not have our own car park. Visitors travelling by car are encouraged to make use of the ample on-street parking nearby. In particular, there is usually good availability along Church Road, adjacent to the church grounds.
We kindly ask all visitors to be considerate of our neighbours when parking. Please avoid blocking driveways, parking on corners, or causing any obstruction that may reduce visibility or access for other road users.
Important – Please do not park in the following areas:
Chapel View
The private parking bays at the rear of the Centre
These bays are reserved for residents only. Any vehicles belonging to Centre users found in these spaces will be required to move immediately.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us to maintain good relationships with our neighbours and the local community.
We also ask if you may consider public transport or walking/cycling to our venue. The Dorothy Parkes Centre is a 20 minute walk from Smethwick Rolfe Street train station and we are on the 89 bus route. The venue is also on a cycle route and has facilities for bikes at the Centre.
Thank you for your co-operation and support.