The Mill Arts & Events Centre will be temporarily closed from Monday 30 June to Monday 1 September 2025 to facilitate essential maintenance and improvement works that cannot be undertaken while the building is operational.
The planned works will include enabling works to allow the future installation of solar panels, replacement of internal doors, and new energy efficient measures within the building to aid the Council in meeting its 2030 net zero target. The works have been scheduled at the quieter time of the year for bookings to try and minimise disruption to hirers.
During this period, the team at the Mill Arts & Events Centre will continue to support existing bookings and hirers by assisting them in securing alternative venues, including Citizens Advice. Hirers who wish to receive this support are encouraged to contact the Centre directly using the provided contact details.
In addition to the facility closures, please note that the Council reception at the Mill Arts & Events Centre will also be closed during this time. Further information on the Council reception will be released in due course. Council services also remain accessible via email at customerservices@rochford.gov.uk, by phone on 01702 546366, or through our website, with our phone lines and live chat services open Monday to Friday.
For those with existing or future bookings, further updates and assistance can be obtained by contacting our leisure team on 01702 963328, via email at themill@rochford.gov.uk, or by visiting www.rochforddistrictvenues.co.uk.
The Council thanks all members of the community for their understanding and cooperation during this period of enhancement and maintenance. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Mill Arts & Events Centre once these works are completed.
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