S p o r t s H i r e
Hurst has a wide range of Sports facilities available to hire, from the brand new swimming pool to the indoor climbing wall, cricket pitches and AstroTurf Pitches.
Sports facilities available to hire include:
- Sports Hall
- AstroTurf Sports Pitches
- Swimming Pool
- Climbing Wall
- Multi Use Games Area (MUGA)
- Cricket Pitches
- Cricket Nets
- Pavilions
- Tennis/Netball Courts
- Football Pitches
- Rugby Pitches
- Netball Court (Prep School)
- Highfield Cage AstroTurf Sports Pitch
Customised spaces
The Hurst campus includes versatile spaces which can be customised for your requirements. Each facility can be booked as a stand-alone area or combined with other areas of the College.
Hurst has a number of suggested Hire Packages, but you are welcome to create your own to create your ideal event.
Requirements
To ensure safety and compliance, all hirers must provide:
- Safeguarding policy provided with nominated DSL contact details
- Safer Recruitment Policy/statement provided including DBS certification for any staff working with children or vulnerable adults
- Public Liability Insurance (at the minimum cover level specified by Hurst College)
- A completed Booking Form prior to confirmation
How to enquire
- Browse the information on these External Hire pages.
- Download our Lettings and Venue Hire brochure.
- Fill in an online Hurst Lettings Enquiry Form (link below).
- If you have any questions, please email lettings@hppc.co.uk or call 01273 833636.
- Visit Hurst for a preview of the facilities. Viewings are offered to all potential hirers.
Sports Hall
A full-sized Sports Hall which can be configured for a range of indoor sports, or can be hired for events.
Sports Hall specifications
- Full-sized Sports Hall
- Configurations:
- One Netball court
- One Basketball court
- Six indoor Cricket nets
- Nine Badminton courts
- One full-sized Tennis court
- One full-sized indoor Hockey pitch
- Size: 450m2 (30m x 15m)
- Balcony viewing area
- Guest Wi-Fi
- Toilet facilities
- Equipment hire available:
- Laptops (based on stock and availability)
- Pop-up screen/projector to display presentations with audio
- Optional extras:
- A small sports classroom is available as an additional space. This is equipped with a TV and laptop connection.
AstroTurf Sports Pitches
Hurst has three AstroTurf Sports Pitches available for hire. The pitches are suitable for adult and junior Hockey games and training.
AstroTurf Sports Pitch specifications
- Full-sized pitches
- Sand-dressed
- Choice of three AstroTurf pitches:
- West
- South
- Highfield
- Floodlit with energy efficient LED lighting, for use in low-light/after dark
- Toilet and changing facilities nearby
- Toilet facilities are located close to the Astro
Please note, changing facilities are not included.
Swimming Pool
The Hurst Swimming Pool opened in September 2025 and is available to hire.
Swimming Pool specifications
- Six lane deck level 25m competition pool
- Wedge starting blocks
- Anti-turbulance lane ropes
- Viewing area for up to 50 people
- Changing areas
- Showers
- Lockers
- Toilets in changing rooms, including easy access toilet in reception area
- Guest Wi-Fi
Pool hire requires fully qualified NPLQ (or equivalent) lifeguards who have completed a Hurst Pool Induction prior to hire.
Climbing Wall
Hurst’s indoor climbing wall is suitable for adults and children and is ideal as a fun activity or team-building session. Hire includes a Climbing Instructor.
Climbing Wall specifications
- Top Ropes climbs
- Bouldering Sections
- Hire includes a Climbing Instructor from Hurst College
- Toilet facilities
- Guest Wi-Fi
For safety and quality assurance, Climbing sessions must be supervised by qualified Hurst staff. Availability and pricing will be provided on application.
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA)
The College has a covered, Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) which is suitable for a wide range of outdoor sports and activities.
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) specifications
- AstroTurf surface
- Covered for all-weather sports and activities
- Size: 60m x 30m
- Guest Wi-Fi
- Equipment hire available:
- Laptops (based on stock and availability)
- Pop-up screen/projector to display presentations with audio
Please note, there are no toilet facilities in the MUGA – the closest available toilets are the Prep School car park outdoor toilets.
Cricket Pitches
Hurst has six well-maintained Cricket Pitches, suitable for children and adults, available for hire.
Cricket Pitch specifications
- Six Cricket Pitches available
- Toilet and changing facilities available in Cricket Pavilions
- Optional extras:
- Electronic score board
- Cricket Pavilion (which includes toilet facilities)
Cricket Nets
Hurst offers both indoor and outdoor Cricket Nets for hire, providing flexible training options all year round. Whether you’re preparing for a match, running a coaching session, or organising a cricket event, our facilities support batting and bowling practice in all weather conditions.
Cricket Nets specifications
- 12 outdoor AstroTurf nets – ideal for batting and bowling practice during the Cricket season
- Two banks of three indoor nets located in the Sports Hall – perfect for winter training and guaranteed weather sessions.
- Equipment hire available:
- Indoor bowling machine can be hired upon request, subject to meeting our operational requirements and competency standards
Pavilions
Hurst has three Cricket/Sports Pavilions which are located next to the Cricket Pitches and sports fields.
Pavilions specifications
- Choice of three Pavilions
- All include toilet facilities
- Two Pavilions include basic kitchen facilities
- 100–150m2
- Located next to Cricket Pitches/Sports Fields
Tennis/Netball Courts
Multi-use courts available to hire as Tennis courts or Netball courts.
Tennis/Netball Courts specifications
- Courts for Tennis or Netball
- Tennis options:
- 12 Tennis courts
- Additional nine hard Tennis courts
- Netball option:
- Eight AstroTurf Netball courts
- Floodlit with energy efficient LED lighting, for use in low-light/after dark
- Toilet facilities available in Ruckford Pavilion
- Optional extras:
- Ruckford Pavilion
Football Pitches
Hurst has two Football Pitches available for hire.
Football Pitches specifications
- One 11-a-side Football Pitch
- One 9-a-side Football Pitch
- Prep School car park outdoor toilet facilities/Outdoor Education Centre changing facilities and toilets
Rugby Pitches
Hurst has 13 Rugby Pitches available for hire.
Rugby Pitches specifications
- Six ‘Junior’ sized Rugby Pitches
- Seven ‘Senior’ sized Rugby Pitches
- Size: 100m x 40m up to 120m x 65m
- Toilet and changing facilities in Ruckford Pavilion/Outdoor Education Centre
Netball Court (Prep School)
A Netball Court situated directly outside the front of the Prep School. Ideal for Netball practice, games and family sports events.
Netball Court (Prep School) specification
- One Netball Court
- Outdoor Prep School toilet facilities
Highfield Cage Sports Pitch
The ‘Highfield Cage’ is a smaller AstroTurf pitch, ideal for children’s Hockey games and training.
Highfield Cage Sports Pitch specifications
- Junior size pitch
- Sand-dressed
- Size: 68m x 25m / 101m x 25m (including runoff area) approx
- Floodlit with energy efficient LED lighting, for use in low-light/after dark
- Toilet facilities are located close by, next to Martlet boarding house