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Deansgate, Manchester, offers a selection of small meeting rooms perfect for intimate gatherings and focused discussions. These venues provide a professional atmosphere conducive to productivity and collaboration, with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure your meetings run smoothly.

Getting to Deansgate couldn't be easier, there are multiple train stations and bus routes serving the area.

TRANSPORT

From historic buildings to cosmopolitan bars and restaurants, there is no shortage of venue choice here.

VENUE VARIETY

Deansgate has a rich history and was once a Roman settlement. In medieval times, it was the city's busiest street and was home to many important buildings, like the cathedral.

HISTORY

Deansgate is one of Manchester's most historic and iconic streets. Located in the heart of the city centre, it is home to a number of well-known landmarks, including the Grade I listed John Rylands Library and the stunning neo-Gothic Manchester Town Hall. 

As well as being a major shopping destination, Deansgate is also an excellent choice for events. The street has a great community feel and there are plenty of things to see and do in the area. For example, visitors can enjoy a spot of retail therapy at the many high-end shops, take a stroll through beautiful St Ann's Square, or explore the interesting Manchester Art Gallery. 

There are also a number of great venues for events in Deansgate. The John Rylands Library is a popular choice for conferences and receptions, while the Grade II listed Great Northern Warehouse is perfect for larger events such as exhibitions and trade shows. Whatever your event requirements, you're sure to find the perfect venue in Deansgate.

Deansgate

Manchester has a rich and varied history, from its industrial heritage to its role in the UK music scene.

From the historic buildings of the city centre to the iconic Old Trafford stadium, there are plenty of landmarks to discover.

LANDMARKS

With a lively music scene, a wealth of museums and art galleries, and a diverse range of restaurants, Manchester has plenty to offer.

CULTURE

Manchester, in the North West of England, has been a major settlement for centuries and has plenty of history to show for it. Its events scene is world-renowned, with something going on every night of the week. From live music and club nights to comedy shows and theatre performances, there’s always something to do in Manchester. The city is also home to a number of excellent venues for events, including the Manchester Arena, O2 Apollo Manchester and Albert Hall. There’s a great community feel in Manchester, making it the perfect place to hold an event.

Manchester

Discover professional small meeting rooms in Deansgate, Manchester for focused business gatherings. Ideal for corporate event organisers.

Small Meeting Rooms in Deansgate

Small Meeting Rooms

20-person boardroom in Spinningfields with air conditioning, high-speed WiFi and disabled facilities. Professional meeting space from £150 per person daily.

The Boardroom at Manchester International Conference Centre is a private and sophisticated space suitable for high-level meetings, executive discussions, and corporate board meetings. With a capacity of 20 people, it offers a professional and elegant setting for business events. The space is equipped with Wi-Fi and is ideal for hosting confidential discussions and strategic planning sessions. The Boardroom is perfect for small-scale business gatherings and executive meetings, providing a quiet and professional environment for productive discussions and decision-making.

Modern meeting room with large table and ergonomic chairs at Manchester Conference Centre.

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Modern meeting room with oval table, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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Modern conference room with sleek table, ideal for corporate events in Manchester.

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The Boardroom at Manchester Conference Centre, modern seminar space with black chairs.

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Boardroom

Business

The Boardroom

Manchester International Conference Centre

Historic Georgian meeting room in Manchester city centre, accommodates 40 boardroom-style for small meetings, natural light, professional AV equipment, from £105 hourly.

Upper Hall is a versatile training space located in the heart of Manchester city centre, ideal for hosting various events such as workshops, training sessions, and meetings. The hall accommodates up to 48 people in a speaker style layout and offers a peaceful environment that minimizes distractions, allowing facilitators to focus on delivering impactful training. With natural light and flexible layouts, Upper Hall can be configured to suit your specific needs, whether you prefer a boardroom, classroom, or theatre style. The space is equipped with professional presentation equipment available for hire, ensuring a seamless experience for both trainers and participants. Additionally, the hall features ample plug sockets for laptops, making it a perfect choice for IT training and other tech-focused events.

Upper Hall in Friends' Meeting House, grand columns, ideal for events and meetings.

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Modern meeting room in Friends' Meeting House, ideal for brainstorming and presentations.

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Versatile Upper Hall in Friends' Meeting House, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Versatile Upper Hall in Friends' Meeting House, ideal for workshops and meetings.

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Upper Hall at Friends' Meeting House, ideal venue for conferences and community gatherings.

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Theatre

Events

The Upper Hall

Friends' Meeting House

Friends' Meeting House - The Upper Hall

Modern meeting space for 30 with natural light, terrace access, projector and AC. Central Deansgate location from £750 per hour weekdays.

Need more space? Pankhurst + Dalton + Turing is all the space you need to let your quirk out! Whether its a big ol' meeting, a party with friends or a networking event with clients, our largest private room can be dressed up or down to suit your occasion.

Stylish meeting room at Yotel Manchester with natural light, ideal for collaboration events.

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Modern meeting space at Yotel Manchester with natural light for workshops and presentations.

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Reception

Pankhurst, Dalton & Turing

Yotel Manchester Deansgate

Tech-equipped boardroom for 30 in historic Free Trade Hall, Deansgate. Day delegate packages from £52pp including lunch, refreshments, 150Mbps Wi-Fi, Samsung eboard.

Private Room 18 is ideal for various type of functions, from meetings, conferences, training course and private dining.
The beautifully decorated meeting room can host a stylish boardroom for up to 36 delegates.
Intelligent technology makes everything beautifully simple, with intuitive touch-screen control systems.

Private Room 18 at The Edwardian Manchester, elegant venue for upscale events and meetings.

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Private Room 18 corridor at The Edwardian Manchester, elegant decor for meetings and events.

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Private Room 18 at The Edwardian Manchester, modern meeting space for professional events.

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Private Room 18 at The Edwardian Manchester, elegant venue for gala dinners and corporate events.

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Private Room 18 at The Edwardian Manchester, modern venue for meetings and events.

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Private Room 18

The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel

The Edwardian Manchester - Private Room 18

Elegant boardroom in Manchester's Deansgate accommodating up to 18 people for corporate meetings, from £200 per day with comfortable seating.

The Boardroom at Forty Seven is an elegant space designed for meetings that exude sophistication and charm. Ideal for corporate gatherings, this space can accommodate a variety of events, including business meetings, strategy sessions, and small conferences. The Boardroom provides a professional atmosphere, making it perfect for discussions that require focus and collaboration. With its refined decor and comfortable seating, it ensures that attendees can engage effectively. Whether you're hosting a team meeting or a client presentation, the Boardroom is equipped to meet your needs and create a productive environment.

Modern hotel boardroom with vibrant decor, ideal for meetings and retreats.

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Modern boardroom bathroom with sleek fixtures for upscale meetings and conferences.

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Forty Seven

Historic Freemason Hall meeting room in Spinningfields, seats 30 boardroom-style with marble fireplace. Professional Deansgate location, from £500 daily hire.

The Library is another room that has multiple functions, much like the Club room. It can be booked as an intimate standalone space or as an ancillary room for larger events. It has a feature black marble fireplace and pointers to its Freemasons past, including in the old books that line the bookshelves. 

Elegant meeting room in Manchester Hall with chandeliers, ideal for formal events.

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The Library

Manchester Hall 

Manchester Hall - The Library

Professional boardroom for 20 in Deansgate's WeWork coworking space with high-speed Wi-Fi, A/V equipment, unlimited refreshments from £100 daily.

The Hanover Building, nestled within the WeWork - Office Space & Coworking venue, offers a dynamic and inspiring environment for a variety of meetings and events. Equipped with high-speed internet, state-of-the-art A/V tools, and access to shared amenities like lounges and phone booths, this space is ideal for fostering collaboration and productivity. Whether you're hosting a private meeting, a business conference, or an executive gathering, The Hanover Building provides the perfect backdrop with its productivity-inducing design and premium amenities.

Modern open-concept event space in The Hanover Building, ideal for workshops and meetings.

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Modern meeting space in The Hanover Building, ideal for workshops and collaboration.

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Modern corridor in The Hanover Building, ideal for networking events and meetings.

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Historic Hanover Building in WeWork, ideal for upscale events and conferences.

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Modern lobby of The Hanover Building, ideal for coworking and networking events.

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The Hanover Building

WeWork - Office Space & Coworking

WeWork - The Hanover Building

Historic Deansgate boardroom for 30 with period features, natural daylight, unlimited tea/coffee. £990 full-day hire in Grade-listed Elliot House building.

The Board Room, located in the heart of Manchester city centre overlooking Deansgate, will provide the perfect backdrop to any meeting or event. 

Well-equipped with all of the conveniences you expect, we provide a range of local catering options, and the room is fully licensed.

Flooded with natural daylight, the Board Room features a stunning mix of contemporary stylish decor and late-19th century design, making this a beautiful setting for your meeting or event.

We offer a meticulous and dynamic service that will make your desired event a reality.

Elegant board room with wood paneling, ideal for professional meetings and workshops.

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Elegant Board Room with wood paneling for professional meetings and events.

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Elegant boardroom with floral centerpieces, ideal for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Board Room in Chamber Space with sleek table, ideal for professional meetings and presentations.

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Board Room in Chamber Space with modern table, ideal for meetings and brainstorming.

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Board Room 

Chamber Space

A luxurious conference suite in an iconic Manchester hotel, ideal for meetings and events.

Elegant Stanley Suite at The Midland Hotel, perfect for corporate meetings and upscale events.

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Stanley suite at The Midland Hotel: elegant meeting space with wooden paneling and chandeliers.

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Stanley suite at The Midland Hotel, elegant meeting room for conferences and workshops.

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Stanley Suite at The Midland Hotel: elegant event space with wooden paneling for upscale gatherings.

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Stanley suite at The Midland Hotel with elegant table setup for events and networking.

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Dining

Stanley suite

The Midland Hotel

A stylish dining space with stunning city views, perfect for lunch or dinner events up to 90 guests.

The area to the right of our indoor bar, with floor to ceiling windows boasting impressive views over Manchester city centre. Available for either lunch or dinner, this part of the restaurant can accommodate up to 90 guests standing & 70 guests seated across several tables.



"Grill Hire at 20 Stories Restaurant with cityscape view for upscale corporate events."

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Grill Hire at 20 Stories Restaurant: elegant dining space for upscale events with panoramic views.

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Grill Hire at 20 Stories Restaurant with elegant table settings and city skyline view.

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Standing

Grill Hire

20 Stories Restaurant

A versatile air-conditioned meeting room for up to 48, ideal for corporate events in central Manchester.

The Clegg Suite is one of our larger meeting rooms suitable for up to 48 people theatre style. The room is perfect for meetings, seminars, workshops and other corporate events. The room can also be split in two smaller rooms  - Clegg Room & Knowles room - which can seat for up to 20 people theatre style in each room.

The room is fully air-conditioned and equipped with a 42-inch plasma screen or alternatively we can provide an LCD Projector and screen. For the convenience of our guests a flipchart and other meeting essentials are provided. 

Clegg Suite at Townhouse Hotel Manchester, elegant venue for weddings and corporate events.

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Clegg Suite meeting room in Townhouse Hotel Manchester, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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Clegg Suite lobby at Townhouse Hotel Manchester, ideal for meetings and events.

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Clegg Suite meeting setup at Townhouse Hotel Manchester with elegant table settings.

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Clegg Suite

Townhouse Hotel Manchester

A stylish hall with unique architecture, ideal for conferences, weddings, and private events.

With its distinctive architecture and work from local artists exhibited on the walls, the Memorial Hall is a beautiful backdrop to all kinds of events.  The Hall as a high-quality in-house PA system, iPod dock with integrated speakers, adjustable LED lighting, and natural light or black out blinds.  Our famously delicious Chop House menu and wine list can cater for 100 dinner guests.

Historic Memorial Hall in Fountain House, ideal for corporate events and elegant receptions.

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Memorial Hall meeting room with central table, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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Memorial Hall meeting space with beige chairs, ideal for corporate events and seminars.

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Elegant Memorial Hall event space with white linens, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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The Memorial Hall

The Fountain House

A modern auditorium in Manchester, perfect for presentations and conferences with top-notch AV.

The Auditorium at Bloc, located in Manchester, is a modern, flexible space ideal for hosting presentations, conferences, and talks. It features state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, comfortable seating, and a sleek design. The space is designed to support a range of events, offering excellent connectivity and professional event services.

Modern auditorium with green facade, perfect for meetings and events.

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Modern auditorium with tiered seating for dynamic events and presentations.

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Auditorium

Bloc

Skyline views, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a bar in a versatile event space in central Manchester.

Purpose-built to make sure every event is extraordinary, our Portland Heights event space provides uninterrupted views of the breath-taking Manchester city skyline – the perfect backdrop for all of our big societal affairs. 

Accompanied by our bar and surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum daylight, the space is perfectly exclusive without being hidden away in the heart of the city. 

Modern meeting room in voco Manchester, featuring natural light and sleek design for corporate events.

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Modern event space in voco Manchester with stylish seating and ambient lighting.

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Modern event space in voco Manchester with round tables and Brooklyn Bridge backdrop.

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Stylish pendant light in Portland Heights, perfect for events and meetings.

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Portland Heights event space with hanging plants, ideal for wellness and creative gatherings.