Hallmark Quality Standard Scheme

The Hallmark Scheme is a quality standard offered to village halls that was launched by ACRE in 2007 and currently operates in 19 counties.

It gives halls a framework to help them assess how to improve the management of theis buildings. It is carried out by trained peer visitors using a checklist to identify areas that are run well and areas that need improvement.

So why undergo a Hallmark assessment?

• Prove to funders that your hall is well managed and that you have robust governance in place to handle their funds
• Give the volunteers on your committee and your existing user groups confidence that your hall is well run
• Use the standard to help market your hall to potential new user groups, thus increading your bookings and income
• Identify the areas for improvement in a structured, non-confrontational way that can then be followed up and implemented with support from our Village Hall Advisors
• Apply quality systems that are locally relevant but draw on national standards
• Share best practice and ideas with other local halls, particularly where there are common problems
• Access local training opportunities suitable to your needs

If you would like Cheshire Community Action's advice or support in running  your village hall or want to join the Hallmark Scheme, please contact James Cartledge via the contact form.