Souq
Souq at Chapel House
Chapel House provides a welcoming and flexible setting for hosting a Souq—a community-centred marketplace that brings together culture, creativity, small enterprise, and social connection.
Rooted in traditions of exchange and gathering, a Souq at Chapel House offers more than buying and selling; it creates space for conversation, discovery and shared experience. As a refurbished community facility in Forest Fields, Nottingham, the venue is well suited to hosting Souqs that reflect local culture, craftsmanship and community spirit.
Spaces for the Souq
Chapel House offers two adaptable halls that can be used individually or together, depending on the scale of the Souq.
The Great Hall
The Great Hall provides an open, accessible space ideal for stall-based layouts, artisan displays, cultural goods, books, clothing and community traders. Its layout supports clear visitor flow and social interaction.
The Studio Hall
The Studio Hall is well suited for smaller stalls, themed sections, workshops, demonstrations, or quieter browsing areas. When both halls are hired together, the Studio Hall provides access to a large kitchen with full cooking facilities, supporting food stalls, refreshments or community-led catering.
Using Both Halls Together
The Great Hall and the Studio Hall can be opened through internal connecting doors, creating one extended Souq space. This allows organisers to design zones for trading, food, crafts, and community interaction.
Facilities Included
- Tables and chairs for stalls and displays
- Flexible layouts to suit different stall sizes
- In-house audio system for announcements or ambient sound
- Projector and large screens for information, signage or cultural visuals
- Adjustable lighting to suit daytime or evening Souqs
- Step-free internal circulation and accessible facilities
Souqs at Chapel House may include:
- Artisan and handmade goods
- Cultural clothing, jewellery, and textiles
- Books and artwork
- Community food and refreshments
- Charity and fundraising stalls
- Seasonal or themed Souqs
- Small community enterprises and local traders
Community-Led and Purposeful
- Souqs hosted at Chapel House are encouraged to:
- Support local makers and small enterprises
- Celebrate cultural heritage and creativity
- Promote ethical trade and community values
- Foster social interaction and inclusion
- Income generated through Souq events helps sustain Chapel House as a community facility, supporting regular activities and access for local residents.
Booking a Souq Event
- If you are interested in organising a Souq at Chapel House, we’d be happy to discuss your plans and support you through the process.
- Email: admin@Chapelhousenottingham.org.uk
- Phone Number: 04478 58648798
A Place for Exchange and Community
By hosting a Souq at Chapel House, you help sustain a shared space where culture, enterprise, and community come together.