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Smarter Heating for Village Halls
Whether you're running a scout hut, village hall, church, or community centre, ARC Thermal is here to help you future-proof your building with smarter, cleaner, more cost-effective heating.
Struggling with high heating bills, chilly corners, or inefficient old radiators? You’re not alone.
For many village halls and community spaces, heating is one of the biggest challenges and the biggest drains on budget. Traditional convection systems often fall short: they take too long to warm up, cost a fortune to run, and still leave people cold.
There is a better way. At ARC Thermal, we specialise in infrared heating a modern, low-maintenance, energy-efficient solution that’s transforming how village halls stay warm.
Fast response
Warmth felt in minutes, not hours
No heat stratification
Heats people directly, not just the air above them
Ceiling or wall mounted units
Saves valuable floor space and avoids damage
Smart thermostats +App control
Fully programmable
Compatible with Solar PV
Lower running costs and carbon footprint
EIHA Quality Certified Product
Guaranteed performance, safety and efficiency
Real Customers - Real Experiences
ARC fitted a new infrared heating system to our Village Hall. The cost was extremely competitive, and we were very happy with the system
I would like to thank you, and your engineer Damian, for all the advice that you have given to us and your readiness to answer questions. I found not a single negative word or comment about ARC Thermal Products during all the conversations that I have had with hall personnel where your equipment has been installed.
I will be happy to relay positive comments about the experience that I have had with your company, and I wish you good luck and continued success with your business.
Our chairman consulted with you to plan a new heating scheme for the hall. You were very helpful and provided all the information that we needed. I am pleased to tell you that the system is now installed and working. Our electricians did a fine job and the result is just as we hoped. The units are neat, unobtrusive, silent and efficient. So far all of the hall users are delighted to be comfortably warm. Thank you for your advice and excellent service.
ARC Thermal proved to be professional and easy to deal with. Following a site visit and a proposal, the Committee was happy to proceed. The installation process went well and there is a nicer atmosphere throughout our building now. It doesn’t feel like a school hall any longer. The heat is consistent, and we love it. Hirers have said that it’s brilliant. Not too hot, nor too cold. The committee members are happy which means that, all in all, this story has a happy ending for everyone who uses our building.
Old halls deserve new thinking.
Infrared heating is the future for community buildings
Ceiling mounted options for high ceilings
Sleek panels for walls or ceilings
Ceiling-grid panels for ultra discreet heating
What is infrared heating - and why does it work so well in community buildings?
Infrared heaters don’t waste energy trying to warm the air. Instead, they gently radiate heat directly to people, walls, floors, and objects - just like the sun.
Infrared is a particularly smart choice for intermittently used buildings -like village halls, scout huts, churches, and community centres - where you don’t want to keep the heating on 24/7 just to take the chill off.
This means:
Faster Warmth
heat is felt immediately
No wasted heat at ceiling height
perfect for buildings with high or vaulted ceilings
Consistent, comfortable warmth
with no noisy fans or drafts
Reduced allergens and dust
no air circulation
Ultra-low maintenance
with no moving parts to service
What’s involved?
We make it simple.
Whether you’re after supply only, full turnkey installation, or something in between, ARC Thermal offers:
Expert product advice
Site-specific design and heat loss calculation
Supply and delivery
Installation via trusted local partners
Ongoing aftercare and app support
Grants & funding available
Energy efficiency improvements don’t have to be unaffordable. ARC Thermal offers guidance on funding and grant support, with eligibility for schemes that can cover 25–40% of the project cost – often between £1,000–£10,000.
We’ll help you navigate:
Community energy grant applications
Local authority schemes
Renewable integration options
e.g. combining solar and heating upgrades
Want a quote? You’ll just need to provide:
A basic floor plan or sketch
Building information
(incl. walls, floor and ceiling structure, window type and area, insulation, room dimensions)
Photos of your building - inside and out
Details of any existing heating
Electrical Supply details (single or 3-phase)
And photos of the distribution board
A Future-Proof Investment
Infrared systems typically last 20+ years with minimal servicing, offering huge long-term savings. And when paired with solar PV (also available via ARC), it’s possible to cut running costs to near-zero and secure protection against energy price hikes.
Thank you for the prompt and efficient handling of our village hall infrared heating project. We are very pleased with it. Thanks again and best wishes to you and the team at ARC Thermal.
Ready to warm up your community?
Whether you're running a scout hut, village hall, church, or community centre, ARC Thermal is here to help you future-proof your building with smarter, cleaner, more cost-effective heating.