The history of the inspirational Pennoyer Centre spans the Middle Ages, the Civil War, Victorian England and the 21st century. What was once a spiritual centre has evolved via a complex history of (sometimes dubious) trading, benevolence and schooling into a contemporary facility for business, community and heritage.  Please see our history page for details of the Guild Chapel, time line and activities of William Pennoyer.

Architecturally, the award-winning building is a harmonious marriage of three different elements – 15th century Guild Chapel, Victorian school extension and 21st century atrium of steel, oak and glass. Multi-function in conception, the school rooms and old Chapel have been sympathetically restored.

Abundant natural light with contemporary steel and oak finishes create a wonderful ambience throughout the ground floor. On the first floor, a suite of rooms is available for meetings and training - including a fully-equipped IT suite with state of the art technology for delivery of training or presentations. A viewing gallery with a floor-to-ceiling glass wall overlooking the Guild Chapel is an area for heritage interpretation and display. For a description of floor plans, layouts and equipment please see our Venue Booking page.

If you are a business seeking a venue for training or a meeting, visit us to see our facilities for yourself. If you are visiting the area, explore the local history of the building and village through our audio tour, heritage displays and film.  Alternatively, sample our smartly informal café and browse the events diary for the range of social and cultural events or classes on offer.

With inclusive access to all areas and facilities, plus its own car park, The Pennoyer Centre is a unique venue for meetings, events and activities. Visit our What’s On page to see our diary of events or our Venue Booking page for floor and site plans.

Please go to our Contact Us page for any further information, map and enquiries.