Living in Dorset

Dorset Council provides community services based on the principles of quality, equity, value and responsiveness.

Visiting Dorset

Dorset has a unique blend of wilderness, wildlife, stunning scenery, mining heritage, secluded beaches and world class golf courses.

Contact us

  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  •  After Hours: 1300 858 824

Business community in Dorset

Dorset Council is focused on providing support to potential investors to facilitate sustainable developments large and small.

Contact us

  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  • After Hours 1300 858 824
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Council Facilities for Hire

Dorset Council facilities for hire include Community Halls and Recreation Venues.

Fees and Hiring Information

Since the 2017/18 financial year, Council decided to remove fees for the use of community halls and facilities when being used for community purposes, and the entry fees into the Scottsdale and Branxholm swimming pools have also been removed. Council's 2024/25 Fees and Charges Schedule is available here.

For assistance in completing an Application for Facility Hire Form, or for further information including availability, contact the Council Office on 03 6352 6500.

Council Owned and Managed Facilities for Hire

To hire a Council facility, the Facility Hire - Terms and Conditions must be read and an Application for Facility Hire Form must be completed.

Note: There is provision for hirers to purchase casual public liability insurance from Council when hiring a Council facility, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Branxholm Recreation Ground

4 Charles Street, Branxholm

  • 1 x oval
  • 1 x Netball Court
  • Toilets

Branxholm Community Hall

9 Stoke Street, Branxholm

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Bridport Community Hall

Foreshore, Bridport

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Bridport Village Green

Foreshore, Bridport

  • Public toilets near
  • Playground near
  • BBQ near

Derby Hall

1 Krushka Street, Derby

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Legerwood Hall

9 Main Street, Legerwood

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Gladstone Hall

1 Carr Street, Gladstone

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Nugget Sellers Pavilion (Scottsdale Recreation Ground)

49B George Street, Scottsdale

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets
  • Function Space

Ringarooma Memorial Hall

4 Charles Street, Ringarooma

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Scottsdale Netball Courts

Scottsdale Recreation Ground, George Street, Scottsdale

  • 2 x outdoor netball courts - competition standard lighting
  • Toilet
  • Water bubbler

Scottsdale Recreation Ground

George Street, Scottsdale

  • Main Oval
  • Secondary Oval
  • Cricket Nets

Scottsdale Stadium

Coplestone Street, Scottsdale

  • 1 x multisport court (lined for basketball, netball and badminton)
  • Toilets
  • Kitchen

Stadium Floor Management Information

Scottsdale Aquatic Centre

Coplestone Street, Scottsdale

  • 1 x 25m pool
  • 1 x 15m pool
  • 1 x toddler pool
  • Waterpark
  • Waterslides
  • Toilets and change facilities

Winnaleah Memorial Hall

20 Main Street, Winnaleah

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Council Owned Facilities for Hire

The following facilities are Council owned, but bookings are made via Hall Caretakers - please contact Council for booking information.

Pioneer Memorial Hall

Main Road, Pioneer

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Springfield Hall

20 South Springfield Road, Springfield

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

North Scottsdale Hall

390 Burnside Road, North Scottsdale

  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Bridport Recreation Ground

20 South Street, Bridport

  • 1 x oval
  • Toilets

Bridport Multi Function Centre @ Recreation Ground

20 South Street, Bridport

  • Function area
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Toilets

Winnaleah Community Centre @ Recreation Ground

1 Winnaleah Road, Winnaleah

  • Toilets

Scottsdale Indoor Action Centre

28 Arthur Street, Scottsdale

  • Toilets
  • Indoor court area

Book by calling Gary Underhill - 0408 835 230