Save Our Hall – Protecting Meadvale’s Community Heart
Save our Hall
UPDATE:

**We need your donations NOW**

Thank you to everyone who pledged money towards saving Meadvale Hall over the last week.  We have put in a competitive bid, (with no strings attached!) to save Meadvale Hall for our community and keep scouting in Meadvale.

It's been a busy week for us, but we are now ready to accept your donations via bank transfer.  If you are making a pledge and are eligible for Gift Aid, it will really make a huge difference if you can spend a couple of minutes filling in and returning the Gift Aid form below.

The Gift Aid form includes the bank details to transfer to. This is a dedicated bank account ring-fenced only for the purchase and maintenance of the hall, scout hut and land, and we are committed to returning your money if we are unsuccessful, if that is your preference.

Many thanks for your support - this is an exciting opportunity for Meadvale to come together and make a difference for our community.  If you have any queries about this - please let me know, we will be happy to help.

Our Mission:
We are working to secure Meadvale Hall and the scout hut behind - as a lasting home for the 34th Reigate (Meadvale) Scout Group and as a vibrant community hub for the people of Meadvale.
For over 90 years, generations of young people and volunteers have called this hall home. It has supported Scouting, nursery care, martial arts, yoga, guitar lessons, residents’ meetings, and countless other community activities. Now, we need your help to keep this legacy alive.
Our goal is to preserve this vital space. By keeping the hall and hut in community use, we can ensure they continue to serve as a hub for Meadvale residents.  We need your support in this endeavour to keep this part of our shared history alive, and to provide a positive future for the site for many years to come.

Why It Matters:
Meadvale Hall is more than bricks and mortar — it's been used for birthdays, wedding receptions, clubs, and community meetings for generations.  It’s a part of our shared history - and future. Scouting in Meadvale offers young people a safe place to grow, develop confidence, learn responsibility, and engage with the community. Losing this site to a developer would be a major blow to our village spirit.
By keeping the hall and scout hut in community use, we ensure that Meadvale remains a connected, active, and supportive neighbourhood.


Help Us Save Meadvale Hall
We Need to Act Quickly
Purchasing the hall is a major undertaking, and we only have a few months to raise the funds required. A dedicated Fundraising Sub-Committee, chaired by James King, is leading this critical effort.
If you’d like to join the team or share fundraising ideas, please email: gsl@34threigate.org.uk

How You Can Help
We’re relying on two main fundraising strategies:

1. Charitable Giving
We’ve already received several generous donations — thank you! If you'd like to donate, please visit our JustGiving page here:
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If you’re a UK taxpayer, we may be able to claim Gift Aid, increasing the value of your donation at no cost to you. Contact us for more details.

2. Grant Applications
We are actively applying for grants — but it’s a competitive and time-consuming process. If you have experience writing grant applications or know of any organisations or employers that support community or youth initiatives, please get in touch. Your insight could make a huge difference.


Together, We Can Secure the Future
Our vision is simple: a permanent home for the Scouts, and a vibrant community space for Meadvale residents of all ages.
Help us ensure Meadvale Hall remains a place of learning, belonging, and community for generations to come.
Thank you for your support.
34th Reigate (Meadvale) Scout Group