Welcome to the Great Bardfield Pavilion
A modern, community-led venue for sport, celebration, and connection in the heart of the Essex countryside.
The Great Bardfield Pavilion
Designed for the Future
In autumn 2024, the community completed a new pavilion, built to Sport England guidelines. It officially opened on 1st June 2025 and now serves as the home of Great Bardfield FC’s Sunday team, while offering flexible space for wider community use.
A Legacy of Community Spirit
Gifted to the parish in the early 1950s, the Playing Field has long been a focal point for local life, traditionally home to football and cricket, but open to all for sports and social occasions. A children’s play area adds to its family-friendly appeal.
Facilities
A bright, spacious venue featuring:
- Two team changing rooms with showers & toilets
- Officials’ changing room with shower & toilet
- Club & social room with accessible toilets & baby changing
- Refreshments area with fridge & microwave
- Covered veranda with benches and views over the pitches
- Large car park with disabled parking bays
Accessibility & Safety
- Ramp access throughout
- Fully compliant with health, safety, and fire regulations
- Covered by third-party insurance
Location
Whether you’re planning a regular sports session, a community gathering, or a special one-off event, the Pavilion is available to hire.
Where to Find Us
Great Bardfield Pavilion
Great Bardfield Playing Field
Access via Bendlowes Road
Postcode: CM7 4RR
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Get in Touch
Reserve the Pavilion
To reserve the pavilion, complete this form and we will contact you within 24 hours.
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Reserve the Pavilion
To reserve the Great Bardfield pavilion, complete this form, and we will contact you within 24 hours. Alternatively, you can email us at info@greatbardfieldpavilion.com.
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Support the Pavilion - Join the 100 Club
The Great Bardfield Pavilion 100 Club is a simple way to support the ongoing maintenance and improvement of our community facilities – while enjoying the chance to win a monthly prize.
For just £3.50 per month (£42 per year), members are entered into a monthly draw with three prizes:
£100 – 1st prize
£60 – 2nd prize
£40 – 3rd prize
The first draw takes place on 7th June 2026.
Funds raised through the 100 Club go directly towards keeping the Pavilion well maintained, accessible and fit for the many clubs, activities and events that take place throughout the year.
The scheme is limited to 100 members. The first 100 entries will be allocated draw numbers, with additional applications placed on a waiting list should places become available in future.
Entry forms are available online or locally from Between the Lines, The Vine, and the Co-op.
Join today, support your local community, and enjoy the opportunity for a monthly prize.
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