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Finding a venue for a corporate workshop venue can be difficult. Do you stick with a traditional corporate style or do you go for something a little more quirky? Manchester has a variety of venues from exposed brick warehouse style to beautiful townhouse hotels. 
The great selection of workshop venues in Machester can also supply catering, AV, and full event management. You may want to also consider filming and photography for any pre/post event media fitting with your company brand.
Ask one of our Venue Experts who can create bespoke proposals for you. 

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.

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

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.

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

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

United Kingdom

Take your pick of our favourite workshop venues in Manchester, from the corporate to the quirky. Facilities include catering and AV.

Workshop Venues in Manchester

Workshop Venues

180-capacity workshop venue near Oxford Road with stage, breakout spaces, full AV setup and catering. From £46 per person for day delegate packages.

The First Floor Hall at King's House is a large L shaped room - fully accessible by a lift and stairs. The room is ideal for larger seminars, presentations, workshops and training sessions. The room hire and day delegate rates included all standard equipment. A ceiling mounted LCD projector, portable PA system and telephone connection point can be hire for an additional fee. 

First Floor Hall at King's House, set for a meeting with blue and white linens.

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First Floor Hall at King's House: organized meeting space with round tables for professional events.

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First Floor Hall at King's House: elegant buffet setup for meetings and social gatherings.

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First Floor Hall at King's House Conference Centre, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Dining

Business

First Floor Hall 

London

King's House Conference Centre

Grade II listed converted church workshop venue near Manchester Piccadilly. Main Hall seats 120 theatre-style, 64 cabaret. From £370 weekdays with AV included.

The Main Hall is an ideal space for a large conference as this room can accommodate 120 delegates in a theatre style layout or alternatively 64 cabaret style. The building is grade 2 listed and the main hall still has many of the original church features.

Spacious Main Hall in St Thomas Centre set for a seminar with tables and chairs.

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Main Hall in St Thomas Centre with round tables, ideal for meetings and conferences.

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Main Hall at St Thomas Centre with blue chairs set for presentations and workshops.

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Main Hall in St Thomas Centre: U-shaped meeting space for conferences and workshops.

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Main Hall at St Thomas Centre with central table, blue chairs for events and presentations.

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Buffet

Main Hall

St Thomas Centre

220-capacity workshop venue in Northern Quarter with rooftop terrace, comprehensive AV, catering included. Day delegate rates from £35pp for professional training session

Rise (102.6m2) and Shine (98.1m2) boast a strong technical specification and are well suited to hosting successful conferences, presentations, seminars, product launches and team building events. The meeting rooms can be hired individually or together to suit your requirements.

Modern event space in Manchester with vibrant orange chairs for seminars and workshops.

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Modern meeting space with orange chairs, perfect for workshops and presentations.

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Modern meeting space in thestudio Manchester with vibrant orange chairs for workshops.

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Modern meeting space with orange chairs for events, ideal for presentations and workshops.

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Vibrant orange chairs in a bright meeting space for engaging workshops in Manchester.

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Theatre

Rise & Shine

thestudio Manchester

City-centre hotel workshop space for 77 theatre-style, 2 mins from Piccadilly Station. Day delegate packages from £39pp including lunch, AV, refreshments.

The Brodick and Cawdor meeting room can provide all the equipment needed to produce exemplary training workshops, conferences, presentations and a variety of other corporate events. Additional business facilities which include printers, fax machines, photo copiers, as well as breakout areas, lounges and dining areas are available throughout the superb DoubleTree Hotel. If your meeting is occurring in the morning or later in the day, the hotel's catering team can provide a delicious range of refreshments.

Meeting room at DoubleTree Manchester with round tables, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Meeting room with round tables at DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester for corporate events.

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Reception

Brodick and Cawdor

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester

Grade II listed riverside hotel with 50-capacity Victoria Room, ideal for corporate workshops. Spinningfields location, full AV, catering included from £34 per delegate.

The Victoria Room at the Manchester Marriott Victoria and Albert Hotel is a bright and open space ideal for small corporate events, business meetings, workshops and training events. The airy room opens onto a leafy garden, while the hotel is centrally located in Manchester’s business district, idea for colleagues and delegates. The room can accommodate up to 50 people.

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Victoria Room

The Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

60-capacity training room near Manchester City Centre, ideal for corporate workshops. Theatre to boardroom layouts, natural daylight, from £175 per day including AV.

Training Room 2 is our largest space, available for up to 60 delegates (theatre style) with plenty of space remaining for a product/equipment display.  Our room hire costs include free wi-fi, a laptop and a projector. This space is excellent value for money for a training event, conference, seminar or a small exhibition.  The room is spacious and an ideal venue for equipment showcases. Plenty of natural daylight too. 

Versatile training room with colorful chairs, ideal for workshops and gatherings.

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Versatile training room with colorful chairs for workshops and brainstorming sessions.

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Versatile training room with long table and colorful chairs for meetings and workshops.

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Training Room 2 at Redbank House, featuring colorful chairs for workshops and presentations.

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Versatile training room with colorful chairs, ideal for workshops and meetings.

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Training Room 2

Redbank House

Contemporary South Manchester workshop venue accommodating up to 50 delegates in classroom style, featuring 50" LCD screens, free parking, and in-house catering from £138

Our facilities are modern, elegant and flexible enough to handle any business event including board meetings, training courses, seminars and workshops. Our in-house catering team can also meet your exact requirements to ensure a seamless experience. But what sets The MEC apart is our ethos. Behind the scenes, each of our teams supports men and women getting a second chance in life after making bad decisions as young people. Find out more at www.themec.org.uk

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Cabaret

Training Rooms

The Message Enterprise Centre

600-capacity Deansgate Suite ideal for corporate workshops, 2 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly. Full-day packages from £55pp including AV, catering, WiFi.

The Deansgate Suite is a bold statement by anyone’s standards. It’s vast, pillar-free space is superbly flexible, catering for up to 600 training workshop, meeting or conference delegates, and can be paired with breakout area and syndicate rooms. In a meeting room of this size, all conference configurations are available including classroom and theatre-style layouts. The adjoining foyer area is particularly suited to a pre-conference drinks reception or exhibition space.

Deansgate Suite at Hilton: modern meeting space for corporate events and workshops.

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Deansgate Suite at Hilton: elegant conference venue with round tables and soft lighting.

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Deansgate Suite at Hilton: elegant dinner setup with black linens and warm lighting.

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Vibrant fruit display in Deansgate Suite, ideal for events and catering.

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Vibrant salad display in Deansgate Suite, ideal for wellness events and catering.

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Deansgate Suite

Hilton Deansgate

Modern training facility in Manchester's Universal Square with cutting-edge tech, accommodating up to 25 workshop delegates from £50/hour with 24/7 IT support.

If you're looking for a flexible and untraditional space for a business meeting or hackathon, the Exam/Training Room 2 at International Testing & Training Services could be the solution. With desks and computers on offer, this well-equipped and well-sized space has a lot of potential to meet all of your requirements for a professional, private, and comfortable meeting.

Modern exam training room with computers, ideal for workshops and team events.

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Modern training room with computer stations, ideal for workshops and meetings.

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Modern training room with desks and computers, perfect for collaborative sessions.

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Exam/Training Room 2

International Testing & Training Services (ITTS)

International Testing & Training Services

200-capacity workshop venue in Manchester's Piccadilly district with 15 meeting rooms, day delegate packages from £45pp, and dedicated AV support.

The conference wing offers a highly flexible series of spaces, including the Panorama Suite, which features multiple partition options, making it ideal for exhibitors and larger events. Located in the vibrant heart of Manchester, Etc.venues Manchester boasts 15 versatile rooms designed to accommodate corporate gatherings, training sessions, and product launches. With wheelchair accessibility, air conditioning, and complimentary Wi-Fi, this venue ensures a comfortable experience for all attendees. Its convenient transport links make it easy to reach, providing a unique setting for events of any size. Elevate your next business meeting or conference at Etc.venues Manchester, where creativity meets functionality.

Conference setup in Etc.venues Manchester with natural light and professional ambiance.

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Professional meeting space with round tables and natural light in Etc.venues Manchester.

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Modern meeting space in Etc.venues Manchester with city skyline, ideal for events and presentations.

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Panorama 2 3

Etc.venues Manchester

Bright rehearsal room with semi-sprung wooden flooring, ideal for workshops. Seats 30 classroom-style, 70 theatre. Wheelchair accessible. £50/hour in Corridor Manchester.

Space 3 is our purpose-built bright and airy rehearsal room, featuring semi-sprung wooden flooring that enhances comfort and performance. This versatile space is ideal for a variety of events, from rehearsals to intimate performances. Located within the vibrant Contact Theatre, part of the Corridor Manchester innovation district, Space 3 offers a flexible layout and integrated AV facilities, making it perfect for creative event planning. Enjoy free high-speed Wi-Fi, a media lounge, and on-site hospitality services to elevate your experience. With wheelchair access and a recording studio available, Space 3 caters to all needs, ensuring your event is both accessible and memorable. Whether you're hosting a workshop, a conference, or a creative gathering, Space 3 provides the perfect backdrop for inspiration and collaboration.

Spacious event space with large windows, ideal for workshops and gatherings.

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Unique architectural venue Space 3 at Contact Theatre for innovative events and gatherings.

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Spacious event space with high ceilings, ideal for meetings and workshops at Contact Theatre.

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Spacious event space with high ceilings at Contact Theatre, perfect for meetings and workshops.

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Modern event space with yellow ceiling, perfect for networking and workshops.

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Standing

Arts

Space 3 

Contact Theatre

Northern Quarter art centre with street-facing windows, ideal for creative workshops. Up to 25 theatre-style, from £50/hour or £18/person daily.

With its convenient street access and generous windows, the Communal Project Space is the smaller and more affordable of our two exhibition-dedicated spaces. 

Well suited to a variety of creative arts used the venue is highly versatile. 

Upcoming availability: November to December 2023.

This space has one large wall that can be used to show works and would be well suited as an add-on space if you are looking to also hire our Gallery venue



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Communal Project Space

esea contemporary

Modern hotel in Manchester's innovation district with workshop rooms for 16-50 delegates, floor-to-ceiling windows, built-in AV, from £55 per person day delegate rate.

The Robinson Room is 54sqm and is flooded with natural daylight from dual aspect floor to ceiling windows. The room is fitted with a ceiling mounted projector and a 3m dropdown screen. Perfect for an awards dinner, corporate dinner or drinks and networking. 

Robinson Room at Hyatt Regency Manchester, elegant event space for upscale meetings and gatherings.

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Modern meeting room in Hyatt Regency Manchester, perfect for conferences and workshops.

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Dining 

The Robinson Room 

Hyatt Regency Manchester 

Historic Deansgate venue with 15 workshop rooms, up to 80 theatre-style. Natural daylight, AV included, unlimited refreshments. From £546 daily.

Our dedicated training and seminar room that can accommodate up to 16 delegates classroom style is the perfect venue for your business training needs. Located in the historic Elliot House, Chamber Space offers a unique blend of traditional charm and modern amenities. Enjoy natural daylight flooding the room, creating an inviting atmosphere for learning and collaboration. With access to communal breakout spaces, your delegates can network and relax between sessions. Our Grade-listed venue features modern furniture and period details, ensuring a professional yet comfortable environment. We provide a range of catering options, including unlimited tea and coffee, to keep your team energized throughout the day. Whether you’re hosting a workshop, seminar, or team training, Chamber Space is dedicated to making your event a success with our meticulous service and versatile facilities.

Modern training room with ergonomic chairs for collaborative meetings and presentations.

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Modern training room with long table, ideal for meetings and presentations.

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Modern conference room with long table, ideal for professional meetings and training sessions.

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Modern training room with ergonomic chairs, ideal for meetings and presentations.

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Training Room 

Chamber Space

Central Manchester workshop venue for 40 theatre-style with private balcony, separate catering area, full AV equipment from £39 per delegate including lunch.

A bright and airy room with a private balcony overlooking the city centre of Manchester. The large separate catering area makes it ideal for a spot of networking or post-conference catch up.  The high beamed ceiling provides a lovely backdrop for talks, presentations and training sessions.  We can supply AV equipment, projectors, microphones and more, as you need.

Edgerton Suite meeting room with round tables, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Edgerton Suite classroom setup for training sessions at Manchester Conference Centre.

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Edgerton Suite meeting room with round tables, ideal for workshops and conferences.