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No28 Belper Reviews

Customer feedback and an independent overview of No28 Belper, a community-run events venue and cafe on Belper Market Place, converted from a former Salvation Army hall.

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What's there

Events, venue hire and a community gallery

No28 hosts a rolling calendar of markets, exhibitions, live music and community events, and is available to hire for private and community bookings.

What's on

Events

A regular programme of markets, comedy nights, live music, talks and community gatherings.

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Venue Hire

A 60-capacity hall with stage, kitchen and unisex toilet facilities, available for private, community and not-for-profit hire.

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Photo Gallery

Photos of the venue, events and the ever-changing art and heritage exhibitions on its walls.

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About the venue

13 years as a community hub, now a CIC

Facts drawn from No28's own history rather than marketing claims.

Registered CIC

Registered as a Community Interest Company in 2024, company no. 15906162, putting community benefit before profit.

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Open since 2013

Converted from a recently-vacated Salvation Army Hall, built on the site in 1930, which had itself replaced the old Angel Inn.

60-capacity hall

A single multi-purpose hall with stage, well-equipped kitchen and unisex toilet facilities, hired out for community and private events.

Accessibility in progress

Level ramp access to the main hall; four steps to the stage, kitchen and WC, with fundraising under way for a fully accessible toilet.

Customer feedback

What visitors say

No28 holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 42 reviews on Google, with regular praise for its cafe, atmosphere and use as a community events space.

Google review excerpts
Sourced from the Google Business Profile listing, July 2026.
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32 reviews

Google's listing holds 42 reviews in total. These are the 32 that include written text; the remaining 10 are star ratings only, with no comment attached.

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“Hired the hall for a cycle jumble and it was brilliant! Pippa made a great poster for us that helped with promotion. Great place and right next door to Angels micro brewery!”
Ash Mistry · Local Guide, Google · 2 years ago
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“This is a great cafe! Amazing events take place here. I especially like the "Welcome meal" thank you very much to the whole team who take part in this. Special thanks to Anne Sadler for organizing this event. Cafe with fantastic atmosphere…”
Kateryna Iskra · Local Guide, Google · 3 years ago
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“Great night really enjoyed the evening, Amanda and her team worked so hard to make everything special, great band, lots of dancing.”
Robin Chapman · Google · 4 years ago
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“Went for Afternoon tea, lovely selection sandwiches scones and cakes. Made to feel very welcome. Highly recommend.”
Sally Collins · Local Guide, Google · 7 years ago
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“Popular for live music.”
Mike Harris · Local Guide, Google · a year ago
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“It's a multi use general events space. Great little venue for small events.”
David Hatchett · Local Guide, Google · 2 years ago
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“Went to a preloved clothing event there today but previously been for Ship of Fools comedy nights. Great little venue.”
Fe Dracott · Local Guide, Google · 7 years ago
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“A good venue for performances, a good place to get something to eat and drink, and very close to restaurants.”
Martin Weston · Local Guide, Google · 4 years ago
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“Went to my friends party and was fantastic with the large space, 2 bathrooms and kitchen with a small stage.”
Aaron Slater · Local Guide, Google · 7 years ago
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“Walked in, guy playing the piano, wow - that's how to create atmosphere! Brilliant.”
Tony Kingaby · Local Guide, Google · 2 years ago
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“Funeral service held here. Good airflow ensured covid precautions were fairly good.”
Elaine Jeffery · Local Guide, Google · 4 years ago
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“Super venue. Spent 1 1/2 hours there today listening to talks related to the Belper Food Festival.”
Amanda L · Google · 7 years ago
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“Great hub for the belper community, always good cakes in the little cafe also!”
andy parry · Local Guide, Google · 3 years ago
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“Brilliant warm atmosphere run for community events. Highly recommended.”
Sandra Barker · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“A true community centre with a variety of events going on.”
Pam Ramsden · Local Guide, Google · 2 years ago
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“A super meeting place and venue for small or large groups, but with some disability access issues.”
Marcus R James · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“Highly recommended, got our food really quickly, good value, great service.”
Steve Peet · Local Guide, Google · 7 years ago
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“Wonderful place for food and drink. Friendly staff.”
michelle bennett · Local Guide, Google · 3 years ago
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“Great community gathering area. Art work and coffee.”
andy wise · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“Very relaxed and informal, if a little disorganised.”
Raymond Lesley · Local Guide, Google · 7 years ago
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“Good destination for a children's party.”
John Freeston · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“Very good and entertaining night.”
Neil Newall · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“Good modern look. Will be going again.”
Michael Radford · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“Lovely afternoon tea for accessible Belper.”
Christine Simpson · Local Guide, Google · 7 years ago
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“Lovely place for events in Belper.”
Bernard Mensah · Local Guide, Google · 7 years ago
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“Best wedding yet.”
matwater · Local Guide, Google · 3 years ago
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“Nice cosy venue.”
A Sanders · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“Enjoyed a sewing course.”
Jo Coffey · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“A great venue for Belper!”
Michael Kestas · Local Guide, Google · 6 years ago
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“A great community hub.”
Rachel Hodgkinson · Local Guide, Google · 7 years ago
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“Lovely little find.”
Tina Temple · Local Guide, Google · 4 years ago
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“Tremendous!”
A · Local Guide, Google · 11 months ago
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No28 Belper FAQs

What is No28 Belper?

No28 is a community-run, multi-purpose events venue and cafe on Belper Market Place, offering a single 60-capacity hall for hire alongside a regular programme of markets, exhibitions, live music and community events.

How do I hire the hall at No28 Belper?

The venue asks new hirers to contact them by email or post to arrange a visit and discuss requirements. They specifically ask not to be contacted via Facebook or Instagram Messenger, or by voicemail, as these are too hard to keep track of.

How much does it cost to hire No28 Belper?

Published rates are £24/hour (private or corporate hire) or £20/hour (community, not-for-profit) for the first two hours, dropping to £20/hour or £17/hour respectively for subsequent hours. A 50% non-returnable deposit secures the booking.

Is No28 Belper accessible?

There is level access to the main hall via a side ramp, but four steps lead up to the stage, kitchen and WC. The venue states this is the subject of a planning application and fundraising for a fully accessible toilet.

Is No28 Belper a registered organisation?

Yes. In 2024 it registered as NO28 BELPER COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY, Companies House number 15906162, a Community Interest Company (CIC) that must put community benefit before private profit.

What was the building before it became No28?

The venue opened in 2013 in a former Salvation Army Hall, built on the site in 1930. The Salvation Army hall had itself replaced the Angel Inn, a thatched pub that lost its licence in the early 1900s.

What do genuine customer reviews say about No28 Belper?

The venue holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 42 reviews on its Google Business Profile, with reviewers frequently praising its cafe, community atmosphere and use as an events and performance space.

Company details

No28 Belper

28 Market Place
Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1FZ

NO28 BELPER COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY · Company no. 15906162 · Active · Incorporated 20 August 2024

Contact the venue

twentyeightbelper@btinternet.com
no28belper.co.uk

No28 asks that enquiries be made by email or post rather than by phone, voicemail or social media messages.