Located just past the Darfield Township, this venue can cater for a huge range of needs. With multiple rooms the Darfield Recreation and Community Centre provides an ideal space for performances, weddings, club meetings, corporate events and more.

We have large and small meeting rooms for your use, ideal for meetings, interviews and community activities.

The venue is easily accessible, on one level, with disability access and toilets. After hours access can be arranged. Ample car parking is located at the front and rear of the building, and accessed from South Terrace.

A fully equipped kitchen is available for use, along with crockery and cutlery for serving light refreshments. All users are responsible for clean-up of the facilities.

Darfield Community Centre

Darfield Community Centre

Kitchen

Kitchen

Floorplan

Floorplan

Hall

Hall

Lounge

Lounge

Supper Room

Supper Room

Supper Room and Lounge Combined

Supper Room and Lounge Combined

Upstairs Memorial Lounge

Upstairs Memorial Lounge

Upstairs Meeting Room Combined

Upstairs Meeting Rooms Combined

Upstairs Meeting Room 1

Upstairs Meeting Room 1

Upstairs Meeting Room 2

Upstairs Meeting Room 2

Venue hire is charged per hour at the following rates:

Community Rate: Applies to non-profit groups whose activities are open to the public and directly benefit the local community. This includes local schools, faith groups, and community-focused events. The rate is not available for bookings involving commercial activities, private gain, or events connected to political parties, candidates, or campaigns, where the activity is associated with an individual or group seeking elected office or advancing a political position.

Please note, eligibility for the Community Rate is determined at the discretion of Selwyn District Council. Proof of non-profit status or community benefit may be required.

Standard Rate: Applies to all other bookings that do not qualify for the Community Rate, including private or commercial events.

Pricing takes effect 1 July 2026 and is reviewed 1 July each year. Any quotations given during this timeframe may increase in line with this.
Additional charges or requirements may apply depending on the nature of your booking.

Rooms available

RoomCapacityEquipmentGeneral
Hall
  • Theatre: 370
  • Classroom: 150
  • Banquet: 192
  • Cabaret: 150
  • Lectern
  • Microphone
  • Projector
  • Sound System: available on request
  • Square tables: 4
  • Stage
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 50
  • Chairs: 370

Standard Rate: $61.30 per hour

Community Rate: 34.80 per hour

Room dimensions: 11.7m W x 24m L x 4m H

Lounge
  • Theatre: 60
  • Classroom: 35
  • Boardroom : 20
  • U-Shape : 17
  • Banquet: 48
  • Cabaret: 30
  • Lectern: available on request
  • Microphone: Handheld wired
  • Portable TV
  • Projector
  • Sound System: available on request
  • Square tables: 4
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 10
  • Chairs: 60

Standard Rate: $40.90 per hour

Community Rate: $23.20 per hour

Room dimensions: 8.5m W x 12.4m L x 2.6m H

Supper room
  • Theatre: 40
  • Classroom: 12
  • Boardroom : 20
  • U-Shape : 17
  • Banquet: 32
  • Cabaret: 20
  • Capacity: 50 standing
  • Lectern: available on request
  • Microphone
  • Portable TV
  • Projector
  • Sound System: available on request
  • Square tables: 4
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 10
  • Chairs: 50

Standard Rate: 20.50 per hour

Community Rate: 11.60 per hour

Room dimensions: 8.5m W x 10.9m L x 2.6H

Kitchen

Provided:

  • Cutlery
  • Hot Water Urn
  • Crockery
  • Glassware
  • Microwave
  • Instant Hot Water Unit
  • Fridge
  • Dishwasher
  • Benchtop workspace
  • Sink and dishwashing facilities
  • Basic cleaning supplies (dishwashing liquid, cloths, etc)
  • Power outlets for small appliances

Not provided:

  • Cooking utensils (e.g. spatulas, tongs, ladles, whisks)
  • Pots and pans (saucepans, frying pans, stock pots, etc.)
  • Oven trays and baking dishes
  • Mixing bowls and measuring cups/spoons
  • Knives and chopping boards
  • Tea towels and oven mitts
  • Food storage containers and cling wrap/foil (if needed)
$21.10 per hour

Room dimensions: 6m L x 4m W x 2.4m H
Supper and Lounge rooms combined
  • Theatre: 100
  • Classroom: 47
  • Banquet: 80
  • Cabaret: 50
  • Capacity: 110 standing
  • Lectern: available on request
  • Microphone
  • Portable TV
  • Sound System: available on request
  • Square tables: 4
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 20
  • Chairs: 110
Room dimensions: L 23m x W 8.5m
Upstairs Memorial Lounge
  • Theatre: 12
  • Boardroom : 8
  • Portable TV
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 2
  • Chairs: 12

Standard Rate: $10.30 per hour

Community Rate: $5.85 per hour

Room dimensions: 4.7m L x 4.5m W x 3.4m H

Kitchen Facilities:

  • Cutlery
  • Hot Water Urn
  • Kitchenette
  • Jug
  • Crockery
  • Glassware
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
Upstairs Meeting Rooms Combined
  • Theatre: 30
  • Classroom: 18
  • Microphone
  • Projector
  • Projector screen
  • Sound System: available on request
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 6
  • Chairs: 30

Standard Rate: $30.70 per hour

Community Rate: $17.50 per hour

Room dimensions: 23m L x 8.5m W x 3.4m H

Kitchen Facilities:

  • Cutlery
  • Hot Water Urn
  • Kitchenette
  • Jug
  • Crockery
  • Glassware
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
Upstairs Meeting Room 1
  • Theatre: 10
  • Classroom: 9
  • Boardroom : 12
  • U-Shape : 11
  • Capacity: 15 standing
  • Microphone
  • Projector
  • Projector screen
  • Sound System: available on request
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 4
  • Chairs: 15

Standard Rate: $20.50 per hour

Community Rate: $11.60 per hour

Room dimensions: 8m L x 4.6m W x 3.4m H

Kitchen Facilities:

  • Cutlery
  • Hot Water Urn
  • Kitchenette
  • Jug
  • Crockery
  • Glassware
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
Upstairs Meeting Room 2
  • Theatre: 10
  • Classroom: 9
  • Boardroom : 12
  • U-Shape : 11
  • Capacity: 15 standing
  • Microphone
  • Projector
  • Projector screen
  • Sound System: available on request
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 2
  • Chairs: 15

Standard Rate: $20.50 per hour

Community Rate: $11.60 per hour

Room dimensions: 8.2m L x 4.6m W x 3.4m H

Please note: Upstairs Meeting Room 2 is used by the local cricket club during the spring and summer months. As a result, the space is unavailable for bookings on Saturdays throughout this period.

Kitchen Facilities:

  • Cutlery
  • Hot Water Urn
  • Kitchenette
  • Jug
  • Crockery
  • Glassware
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Fridge