They are a thing but also in sitcom land I feel like they are maybe a non-specific version of what properly are memorial halls, scout huts, church halls, town halls, temperance halls, masonic halls, etc.
"Some argue that these centres aren’t seen as desirable places to spend time – but they serve a vital function in communities across the country. De-stigmatising community centres and promoting the incredible work they do to bring people together will help invigorate and refresh the sector."
If the general impression is that they're where losers hang out, that would explain why so many older sitcoms are set there. I was googling the history but I wasn't making much progress.
They are a thing but also in sitcom land I feel like they are maybe a non-specific version of what properly are memorial halls, scout huts, church halls, town halls, temperance halls, masonic halls, etc.
"Some argue that these centres aren’t seen as desirable places to spend time – but they serve a vital function in communities across the country. De-stigmatising community centres and promoting the incredible work they do to bring people together will help invigorate and refresh the sector."
If the general impression is that they're where losers hang out, that would explain why so many older sitcoms are set there. I was googling the history but I wasn't making much progress.
https://www.club-insure.co.uk/community-centres-important/