Guthrie Village Hall is managed as a charity for the benefit of the local community in particular for Guthrie, Kirkden, Rescobie but also for Angus in general. The hall is registered with Scottish Charity Regulator as a charitable unincorporated association (Guthrie Village Hall Committee, SC032899).

The hall is used for a wide range of activities including regular Scottish country dancing, Guthrie men’s club, and Angus embroiderers and textile artist meetings. Local barbeques and craft fairs are held annually. In addition, the hall is popular for private lets, lectures, meetings, and parties of all sorts.

The main hall is approximately 11m x 8m giving 88m² (950ft²) of floor area suitable for sit-down events of up to 80 people. A portable stage is available providing a focal point if required. A range of lighting in the main hall provides options for all occasions. 84 padded stacking chairs offer comfortable seating for any meetings or events. The chairs are stored out with the main hall leaving the hall clear. 2 sizes of folding tables are available for mixing and matching to seat up to 80 people.

The Village & Parish of Guthrie is situated in the heart of the Angus countryside, it lies on the upper reaches of the Lunan Water, 7 miles (11 km) east of Forfar, and within a 10-mile radius of the Angus towns of Montrose, Brechin & Arbroath.  The church of St. Mary’s at Guthrie originally belonged to Arbroath Abbey and was rebuilt in 1826.  Nearby Guthrie Castle dating from the 15th Century was built by Sir David Guthrie of Kincaldrum, Treasurer to James III.

Guthrie Village Hall sits on the outskirts of the village, a unique timber construction dating from 1929.

May 29th, 1929 – Mrs. Guthrie of Guthrie Castle formally opened the new hall which has been erected at Guthrie in presence of a large audience. Mrs. Guthrie was accompanied on the platform by Major Guthrie, who presided; Major Crombie, Pitmuies, and Mr. William Cant, Guthrie. Mr. William Cant proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs. Guthrie, and Major Crombie extended a similar compliment to Major Guthrie for presiding. The hall was erected at a cost of about £700 and was opened free of debt and with a small credit balance in hand. The ground on which the hall stands has been gifted by Major Crombie and is situated on the south side of the Lunan Water. The hall is 43 feet by 26 feet, with anterooms and offices. The committee who carried through the work were Major Guthrie, Major Crombie, Mr. Cant, and Mr. MacNaughton. After the opening, tea was served, and a dance was afterward held, music is provided by Jackson’s Band. Mr. J Burnett M.C.

October 2004 – Since re-opening after the major refurbishments costing £90,000, the hall provides a first-class community facility while still retaining the original character of the building which provides the base facility for the community. The hall has:

• Disabled facilities include toilets, wide access doors with entrance ramps, and adjacent hard standing for disabled car parking.
• Modern kitchen facilities have hygienic surfaces, an industrial dishwasher, glasses, crockery, and cutlery to cater to up to 80 people.
• Electrical circuits can have various uses, including PA systems and hearing loops.
• Fire and escape provisions comply with the latest building regulations.
• Tables and chairs for up to 80 people seated.
• Energy efficiency insulation in all rooms.

July 2012 – Guthrie Hall Meeting Room was opened after construction costing £30,000 providing additional storage and a comfortable meeting room that enhances the hall layout.

The hall management committee consists of the chairman, secretary, treasurer, and other members overseen by 3 trustees appointed by the founding trust deed. An Annual general meeting is held each November and reported to the Offices of the Scottish Charities regulator.