Teamwork is essential to the smooth running of any company. So, it's important to give your staff an away day every now and again, to keep them feeling fresh and inspired!

We've hand-selected the very best team away day venues in Manchester, perfect for every company size and budget - from historical halls for the ideal treat to quirky team building activities to get everybody talking.

Take your pick from our list or simply get in touch with our venue experts who will be happy to find you your dream away day venue in Manchester.

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

On the hunt for a staff away day venue in Manchester? Take your pick from our selection of the best team building venues in the city.

Away Day Venues

Discover top away day venues in London at Helly Hansen Watersports Centre. Ideal for team building with watersports and meeting facilities.

The Helly Hansen Watersports Centre offers a unique day out for fun activities with friends or colleagues.  You will have full use of the Ontario Basin, complete with changing rooms and meeting rooms.  For a small extra charge, our specialist instructors can lead exciting team-building activities including a full range of watersports, whilst our catering team can provide delicious refreshments.  Perfect for teambuilding or corporate away days.

Modern Helly Hansen Watersports Centre venue with large windows for corporate events.

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Indoor climbing wall at Helly Hansen Watersports Centre for team-building events.

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Team-building event at Helly Hansen Watersports Centre with colorful kayaks on water.

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Helly Hansen Watersports Centre

Helly Hansen Watersports Centre London

Discover King's House, a top choice for away day venues in London. Ideal for team building with modern facilities and breakout spaces.

Located on the second floor - the Auditorium benefits from lift access just outside of the room, natural daylight and air conditioning. There is a stage area to the front of the room and raised decking areas at the rear which are typically used as breakout spaces, exhibition spaces and cloakroom facilities. The high technical spec of this room means it is perfectly suited for exhibitions, product launches, training courses and large presentations. 

Auditorium at King's House Conference Centre, ideal for presentations and networking events.

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King's House Conference Centre auditorium set for a professional conference or banquet.

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Spacious conference auditorium with empty chairs and stage at King's House Conference Centre.

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Auditorium at King's House Conference Centre, ideal for corporate meetings and conferences.

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King's House Conference Centre

King's House Away Day Venue London

Discover Bridge 5 Mill, a top choice for away day venues in London. Perfect for team building and corporate events.

Located on the top story of Bridge 5 Mill, the Silk Loft's high oak beamed ceiling, exposed red brick walls and wooden floors combine to create a wonderfully warm and inviting environment. With a standing capacity of 100, and 80 in cabaret set up, the Silk Loft is guaranteed to provide a beautiful backdrop and atmosphere for conferences, training workshops, staff away days, networking sessions, film nights and corporate events.

Silk Loft event with engaged audience in rustic venue, perfect for networking and presentations.

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Silk Loft event space in Bridge 5 Mill, ideal for live performances and workshops.

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Silk Loft meeting space with natural light, ideal for presentations and collaboration.

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Silk Loft

Bridge 5 Mill

Bridge 5 Mill - Premier Away Day Venue

Discover The Lowry in London for your next away day. Stunning views, modern facilities, perfect for team building.

The Compass Room is a  beautiful self-contained space, ideal for meetings, conferences, dinners and receptions. The room has a unique circular shape and floor to ceiling windows, which come equipped with automatic blackout blinds to assist with presentations. Complete with it's own private balcony, offering a unique space for break, while enjoying the views, the Compass Room really does offer delegates the wow factor. 

For gala dinners & receptions, a canopy of fairy lights and private bar, guarantee to offer an unforgettable event. 

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The Compass Room

Lowry

The Lowry - Premier Away Day Venue

Discover top away day venues in London for team building and corporate events. Perfect for energising staff days out.

Contemporary meeting room, available for daytime corporate events including assessment centres, away days, conferences, interviews, meetings, and training workshops. The room features AV equipment, natural daylight, blackout facility, free wi-fi and an adaptable room layout. Energising refreshments can be served in the Lecture Room or in the Atrium breakout area.

Lecture Room in Manchester Art Gallery with round tables, ideal for workshops and conferences.

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Lecture Room at Manchester Art Gallery, set for meetings with round tables and natural light.

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Lecture Room at Manchester Art Gallery with elegant setup for meetings and discussions.

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Lecture Room at Manchester Art Gallery, featuring a large screen for corporate events.

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Lecture Room

Manchester Art Gallery

London Away Day Venues

Discover the best away day venues in London for team building and corporate events. Explore top locations on Hire Space.

Work hard, play hard at thestudio. A variety of meetings, conferences, presentations and other corporate events can be accommodated in the Work meeting room. Thestudio's committed team strive to provide TNTs "tiny noticeable things that make an explosive impact" and can organise a variety of delightful extras from refreshing lunches to relaxing chair massages, energiser sessions, motivational speakers, games and creative team-building activities.

"Modern meeting space in Manchester with round tables and vibrant orange chairs for workshops."

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Modern reception area in Work in the Studio Manchester, ideal for meetings and events.

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Modern event space in Manchester with vibrant seating for networking and collaboration.

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thestudio Manchester

Top Away Day Venues in London

Discover The Lowry Hotel, a top choice for away day venues in London. Ideal for team building with flexible spaces and modern amenities.

The Lowry Hotel’s curved glass fronted façade makes a dramatic backdrop for any event or Manchester conference. We have a designated Conference & Banqueting floor with 15 flexible spaces. They range from small meeting rooms to our Grand Ballroom. All are fully equipped with the latest audio-visual technology. Our chefs can serve between 10 and 400 guests while an additional private room accommodates up to 20 diners. 



Grand Ballroom at The Lowry Hotel, elegantly set for formal events and presentations.

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Grand Ballroom at The Lowry Hotel, organized for a professional conference presentation.

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Grand Ballroom

The Lowry Hotel

The Lowry Hotel - Premier Away Day Venue

Discover top away day venues in London. The Edwardian Manchester offers advanced AV, versatile spaces for team building.

The Walters Suite is named after Edward Walters, who designed the Free Trade Hall's iconic façade and structure. It is a stylish, self-contained suite, equipped with advanced AV technology, complimentary wi-fi, floor-to-ceiling windows, LCD projection screens. It is a versatile venue, ideally suited to host business meetings, presentations, seminars, conferences and training workshops. An event technician is available to ensure the successful execution of all presentations and corporate events. 

Private Room 4 at The Edwardian Manchester, elegant venue for upscale events and meetings.

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Private Room 4 at The Edwardian Manchester, modern venue for upscale corporate events.

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Private Room 4 at The Edwardian Manchester, elegant corridor for meetings and networking.

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Private Room 4 at The Edwardian Manchester, elegant venue for gala dinners and corporate events.

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Private Room 4 at The Edwardian Manchester, elegant corporate meeting space with natural light.

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The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel

The Edwardian Manchester Away Day Venue

Discover The Midland Hotel in London for your next away day. Versatile space with natural light, perfect for team building events.

The Alexandra Suite which is situated on the ground floor benefits from natural light, air conditioning and disabled access and also has three phase power.

It is a very versatile space which can be dressed up or down for any private or corporate banqueting event and comes with 10 pieces of staging, each measuring 8ft x 4ft.

There are a number of ceiling rigging points and we can also offer pin spot table lighting.

Elegant Alexandra Suite at The Midland Hotel, perfect for corporate events and galas.

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Elegant Alexandra Suite at The Midland Hotel, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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The Midland Hotel

The Midland Hotel - Away Day Venue

Discover Huckletree Ancoats, the perfect creative space for your team's away day in London. Ideal for sparking innovation.

Looking for a host for your team's away day? Look no further! Sowden at Huckletree Ancoats is the perfect venue to inspire creativity and collaboration among your team. Nestled in the iconic Express Building, this vibrant space is designed to foster innovation and productivity. Equipped with state-of-the-art AV equipment, HD displays, and a hydration station, Sowden ensures your team has everything they need for a successful event. Enjoy natural light and comfortable breakout areas that encourage brainstorming and creative thinking. With high-speed WiFi, whiteboards, and a dedicated Zoom Room, connecting with remote team members is seamless. Elevate your team's experience in a space that embodies Manchester's rich cultural heritage while providing all the modern amenities for a productive away day. Book Sowden today and watch your ideas flourish!

Modern meeting space with glass walls for creative collaboration in Huckletree Ancoats.

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Modern meeting room in Huckletree Ancoats, featuring sleek furnishings and natural light.

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Modern meeting space in Huckletree Ancoats with large windows for natural light.

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Huckletree Ancoats

Huckletree Ancoats - Creative Away Day Venue

Discover Creative Together in London, perfect for team away days with AV equipment, meeting stationery & refreshments available.

Our main space on the Ground Floor of historic Swan Buildings is a large room with period features ideal for large meetings, team away days and conferences. We've successfully hosted large networking events, senior management meetings and conferences and can provide AV Equipment, Meeting Stationery and Refreshments on request.

"MACC recently hired Creative Together to hold a Trustee Recruitment Event. The space was ideal for the number of people (40) attending and had a great relaxed, informal vibe which worked well for the event. We would happily use the space again!" - MACC

Versatile meeting space with wooden flooring, ideal for workshops and small events.

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Versatile meeting space with wooden floors, ideal for workshops and holiday events.

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Versatile meeting space with warm brick wall, ideal for workshops and team meetings.

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Versatile meeting space with long table and bright artwork for workshops at Swan Buildings.

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Versatile meeting space with wooden table, ideal for workshops and team meetings.

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Creative Together, Swan Buildings

Creative Together - Ideal Away Day Venue

Discover Contact Theatre, a top choice for away day venues in London. Ideal for team building with flexible space and integrated AV.

Space 0 is Contact's stylish new ground floor events space. 

This highly flexible space features a small stage with wheelchair access, integrated AV and bespoke lighting. It is ideal for Away Days, panel discussions and workshops. 

Modern meeting space in Contact Theatre, ideal for workshops and collaboration.

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Versatile event space with modular seating, ideal for corporate meetings and social gatherings.

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Modern event space in Contact Theatre, ideal for workshops and corporate meetings.

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Modern event space in Contact Theatre with vibrant yellow ceiling, ideal for workshops and networking.

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Contact Theatre

Contact Theatre - Premier Away Day Venue

Discover top away day venues in London for team building and corporate events. Explore versatile spaces with modern amenities.

The Exchange Auditorium and Exchange Hall at Manchester Central Convention Complex offer versatile event spaces with state-of-the-art facilities. Ideal for corporate conferences and meetings, they provide a sophisticated setting with modern amenities. The venues can accommodate various event setups and offer a professional atmosphere. Venue hire prices and minimum spend details are available upon request, making them suitable for high-quality events. Typical start and end times for hiring the venues are 09:00 to 22:00.

Exchange Hall in Manchester Central: elegant event space with dramatic lighting for formal gatherings.

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Exchange Hall in Manchester Central, spacious event venue with polished flooring for conferences.

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Exchange Hall in Manchester Central, elegant event space with dramatic lighting for gatherings.

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Exchange Hall in Manchester Central: tiered seating auditorium for conferences and presentations.

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Exchange Hall in Manchester Central, modern event space with round tables for banquets and conferences.

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Exchange Hall

Manchester Central

Discover top away day venues in London at Hyatt Regency Manchester. Ideal for team building with modern facilities and natural light.

The Lewis Room is the larger half of The Rothwell Suite at 103.7 sq m and 3.3 m acoustic ceiling. Natural daylight floods the room from floor to ceiling windows. Offering a ceiling mounted projector with 3m drop down screen, and lectern. Hosting 100 attendees for a drinks or canape reception or theater style event or 60 for lunch and dinner and 50 classroom.

Named after Arthur Lewis, an economist who was awarded a Nobel Memorial Prize and a Professor of Political Economy at the University of Manchester.

Hyatt Regency Manchester's Lewis Room: modern meeting space for conferences and workshops.

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Hyatt Regency Manchester meeting room with black chairs, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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The Lewis Room

Hyatt Regency Manchester 

Hyatt Regency Manchester - Premier Away Day Venue

A playful, modern hotel in central Manchester, ideal for private events and parties up to 400 guests.

A stand-out spot in the heart of the city, Treehouse Manchester is the perfect backdrop for private events and parties of up to 400 people. 

Willow at Treehouse Hotel Manchester, modern venue with greenery for corporate events.

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