Noticeboard Advertising Policy

 

1. Purpose

Stonehouse Community Centre welcomes advertisements that are of benefit to the local community. Income generated from commercial advertising helps support the charitable activities and running costs of the Centre.

2. Community Advertising

The following organisations may display A4 posters free of charge (subject to available space):

Registered charities

Community groups

Non-profit organisations

Public sector organisations (e.g. NHS, local authority, emergency services)

Community events taking place at the centre

3. Commercial Advertising

Local businesses are welcome to advertise on the Centre's noticeboards at the following rates:

Poster Size.                             Charge

A5.                                    £3 per month

A4.                                    £5 per month

A3.                                    £8 per month

Payment must be made in advance.

4. Approval

All advertisements must be approved by the Centre Manager or an authorised member of staff before being displayed.

Stonehouse Community Centre reserves the right to refuse or remove any advertisement that:

Is offensive, discriminatory or unlawful.

Promotes gambling, vaping, tobacco, or other unsuitable products or services.

Is political or party-political.

Is inconsistent with the aims and values of the charity.

Is damaged, out of date or of poor presentation.

5. Display

Posters will only be displayed where space permits.

The Centre cannot guarantee a specific location on the noticeboard.

Posters will be removed once the advertising period has ended or after the event has taken place.

The Centre accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to displayed materials.

6. Payment

Advertising fees are payable before the poster is displayed. Fees are non-refundable once the advertisement has been displayed.

7. Review

This policy will be reviewed periodically by the Trustees of Stonehouse Community Centre to ensure it remains fair, appropriate and supports the charity's objectives.

Approved by: Stonehouse Community Centre Trustees

July 2026