Most codes, and most weathers
The same fields, courts, theatre and buildings that serve our pupils by day are open to local clubs, community groups, event organisers, sports teams and private hirers.

4G Pitch
An all-weather Astro pitch, North Devon's only FIFA and World Rugby-approved surface.

Grass Pitch
Four grass pitches for senior football, senior rugby and junior rugby

Netball Courts
Four grass pitches for senior football, senior rugby and junior rugby

Tennis Courts
Four grass pitches for senior football, senior rugby and junior rugby.

Sports Hall
A sports hall, suiting five-a-side, badminton, indoor training, fitness classes and club sessions.

Gym & Dojo
A state of the art martial arts dojo and functional fitness gym.
A 400-seat theatre, ready for production
Our 400-seat theatre comes with staging, lighting, sound and green rooms, ready for productions, concerts, showcases, conferences and community performances.
Alongside it, a drama and dance studio with mirrors, barres and blackout drapes gives smaller groups a flexible space for rehearsals, classes and workshops.

The Theatre
The Theatre is a great venue for presentations, award ceremonies, talks and more.
The Theatre connects to The Library via 'The Link' which is a great additional area suitable as a break out space servicing either The Theatre or The Library.
Space for meetings, courses and residentials
Residential and large-scale bookings, including private functions, are arranged through the Development Office so we can match rooms, catering and facilities to your event.
Class Rooms
Classrooms, science laboratories, a library, seminar rooms and a hospitality suite

Boarding Houses
Twoboarding houses sleeping up to 110 in single, double and triple rooms.
The Library
The Library is a flexible venue, suitable for a variety of events, such as: Meetings, Talks, Book Signings and Launches, Team days, crafting courses and more.
Prices start from
Rates depend on the facility, the length of your booking and whether you are a regular community user. Facilities are available term-time on weekday evenings from 5:00pm to 10:00pm, at weekends from 9:00am, and all day during school holidays.
or £430 per day
or £245 per day
to £300 for a full day plus evening
or £140 per day
Online, or through the Development Office
Most bookings go through our online SchoolHire portal, where you can check availability and reserve a facility at kingsleyschoolbideford.schoolhire.co.uk.
Large events, residential bookings and private functions are handled by the Development Office, who will talk you through rooms, catering and access. Contact rpeters@kingsleydevon.com or call 01237 426200.
Kingsley contributes around £8.5 million to the local economy each year, and community hire is part of how the estate stays open to North Devon.
Important documents for those hiring
Frequently asked questions
What facilities can I hire?
Sports facilities include the all-weather Astro pitch, grass pitches, netball and tennis courts, a sports hall, a gymnasium and a dojo. You can also hire a 400-seat theatre, a drama and dance studio, classrooms, laboratories, seminar rooms, a library, a hospitality suite, and boarding accommodation with catering for residential events.
How much does the sports hall cost?
Sports hall hire starts from £45 an hour, or £245 for a full day. Rates vary with the length of the booking and whether you are a regular community user.
How do I book?
Most bookings are made through our online SchoolHire portal, where you can check availability and reserve a facility. Large events and residential bookings go through the Development Office.
