THE Sandford Parish Hall Committee has decided to partially re-open the Parish Hall from Tuesday, September 1.

In the first instance it will be limited to small gatherings of no more than 30 people, providing social distancing can be maintained. Plans have been put in place to deal will all aspects necessary to deal with the prevention of the spread of Covid-19 virus in accordance with advice given by the Government.

Anyone interested in hiring the hall can obtain full details of the rules that will apply concerning lettings from Rachel Vowles, the Bookings Secretary, on 07810 552891 or by email: rachelvowles@rocketmail.com .

At the moment there are no plans to open the hall for larger events such as bingo or larger parties until the Government gives the approval for such events to take place.