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Looking for a formal venue for your next event in Manchester? Here's a selection of our top venues for formal occasions, loved by professional event organisers across the city. Make sure your upcoming reception, meeting, or gala dinner is hosted in the right setting, whatever your guest list. Just find your favourites, enquire about availability, and find your perfect formal event spot today.

Manchester

United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

TRANSPORT

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

LANDMARKS

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

CULTURE

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

HISTORY

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

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

Formal Venues

Formal Event Venues

A versatile, modern event space with mezzanine bar, private balcony, and customizable lighting. Ideal for gala dinners and product launches.

The Point offers a blank canvas to inspire creativity, and can host a wide range of events including  gala dinners, awards evenings, product launches, fashion shows, receptions, birthday parties and wedding receptions. 

Large, full of light, versatile and modern, The Point is an organisers dream venue. Our luxurious facilities include a mezzanine bar overlooking the main suite with frosted windows that can be turned clear to create a WOW factor reveal of the main event space below. 

The space also has several bars, customisable coloured LED lighting and its own private balcony. 


Elegant event space at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford, perfect for galas and corporate events.

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Vibrant crowd at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford, celebrating a gala event with confetti.

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Vibrant gala event space at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford with elegant tables and stage.

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Elegant dinner setup at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford for corporate events.

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Sophisticated event space at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford, ideal for networking and presentations.

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Theatre

Events

The Point

Emirates Old Trafford 

An iconic venue in Manchester for exclusive hire, perfect for private dining and events.

As one of the region's leading event venues, the entire Imperial War Museum is available to hire for spectacular private dining experiences. It offers a variety of exceptional spaces and its experienced events team can provide a seemingly limitless supply of innovative buffets, canapés, BBQs, party platters and sit-down meals  to satisfy the most discerning of tastes. 

"Exclusive Hire venue at Imperial War Museum North, modern architecture by waterfront for events."

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Vibrant event space at Imperial War Museum North with dynamic projections and elegant decor.

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Dynamic event space with aircraft installation at Imperial War Museum North for networking events.

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Exclusive Hire event space with aircraft installation and vibrant purple lighting.

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Vibrant event space with whimsical projections at Imperial War Museum North for celebrations.

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Reception

Dining

Exclusive Hire

Imperial War Museum North

A contemporary event space with stunning views, private bar, and balcony. Ideal for celebrations.

The Compass Room is a unique and contemporary space, privately located on the fourth floor. The room offers stunning views of the surrounding Quays, of which can also be enjoyed from the rooms private balcony. With its own private bar and stunning lighting rig,  it offers the perfect space for conferences. dinner, receptions and Christmas parties. 



Elegant event space in The Compass Room, perfect for upscale gatherings and networking.

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Elegant event space in The Compass Room, ideal for galas and corporate gatherings.

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Elegant event space in The Compass Room, perfect for formal dinners and networking.

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The Compass Room

Lowry

A versatile modern suite in a major convention complex, ideal for corporate events and celebrations.

The Charter Suite at Manchester Central Convention Complex is a versatile space suitable for a wide range of events and meetings. With modern facilities and a spacious layout, it is ideal for corporate events, conferences, and exhibitions. The suite offers a professional environment for business meetings and seminars, and its flexible layout makes it suitable for networking events and receptions. The contemporary design and state-of-the-art amenities provide a sophisticated setting for product launches, trade shows, and training sessions. Whether it's a formal dinner, a cocktail party, or a wedding reception, the Charter Suite can be transformed to suit the occasion, making it a popular choice for social events and celebrations.

Charter Suite in Manchester Central: spacious, modern venue for conferences and gatherings.

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Charter Suite in Manchester Central: spacious venue with grand arched ceiling for events.

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Spacious Charter Suite conference room in Manchester with elegant blue curtains.

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Charter Suite exhibition hall in Manchester Central, bustling with diverse booths and displays.

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Spacious Charter Suite in Manchester Central, ideal for conferences and banquets.

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Spacious Charter Suite in Manchester Central, ideal for conferences and gatherings.

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Charter Suite

Manchester Central

A versatile large event space with courtyard access, ideal for conferences and formal dinners.

As the largest of all the rooms at the Manchester Conference Centre, the Pioneer Room offers a versatile space for a variety of events such as large conferences, banqueting, formal dinners and exhibitions.  The venue has direct access to the courtyard, so guests can enjoy the fresh air between meetings or dining courses.  With floor space of 350 sq mt, and flexible seating arrangements, this is a highly adaptable venue for events.

Pioneer Room at Manchester Conference Centre, elegant event space for weddings and corporate events.

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Pioneer Room at Manchester Conference Centre, elegant tables for networking events.

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Pioneer Room at Manchester Conference Centre with elegant round tables for events.

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Pioneer Room at Manchester Conference Centre, elegant event space with round tables.

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Pioneer Room at Manchester Conference Centre, ideal for meetings and exhibitions.

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Business

Pioneer Room

Manchester Conference Centre & Pendulum Hotel

A flexible 30-capacity meeting room in a historic riverside hotel with modern amenities in Manchester.

The 1844 room at the Manchester Marriott Victoria and Albert Hotel is a highly flexible and adaptable space. For business meetings and corporate events, the room can accommodate up to 30 in a theatre style seating format. Situated in Manchester’s vibrant business district, the hotel offers a comprehensive range of business services and equipment. 

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1844

The Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

Historic 700 sqm event space in Manchester with full AV setup. Ideal for corporate and showcase events.

Our most sought-after space, The Bays blend industrial charm with modern functionality. Spanning over 300sqm across two interlinked areas, this versatile venue is perfect for exhibitions, awards dinners, weddings, and more. The Bays offer a distinctive backdrop with exposed brickwork and striking architectural features. A stylish pre-function area with a feature bar sets the tone, leading into the main space equipped with a comprehensive AV package – including projectors, screens, colour-changing lighting, PA system, staging and more. 


Vibrant networking event at The Bays, Victoria Warehouse with modern decor and warm lighting.

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The Bays

London

Victoria Warehouse 

A historic conference room with original features, ideal for corporate events and product launches.

The restored redbrick Coal Store features a spacious double height vaulted iron and wood ceiling and other original heritage features. It offers a fully private, intimate space which is ideal for meetings, workshops, and breakout spaces. Its versatility allows for a range of layouts and configurations, catering to both formal and informal gatherings. The Coal Store can be hired separately or in combination with the Engine Room.