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Central Manchester boasts a vibrant selection of reception venues, ideal for corporate events and professional gatherings. With excellent transport links and a rich cultural backdrop, these spaces offer a blend of functionality and style, ensuring a memorable experience for attendees. Consider the venue's capacity, layout, and amenities to align with your event's objectives.

Central Manchester

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

There are many different communities represented in Manchester and it is a very welcoming place - there is a great sense of pride here! 

Manchester offers two airports, a major train station and plenty of buses and taxis connecting to the rest of the UK.

TRANSPORT

From huge stadiums to small intimate meeting rooms, you're sure to find every kind of venue in Manchester.

VENUE VARIETY

Reception Venues in Central Manchester

Reception Venues

Modern outdoor terrace with shisha, greenery, and exotic plants. Ideal for relaxed summer events.

Our stunning Shisha lounge is a beautiful, modern outdoor space, surrounded by greenery and exotic plants. This terrace area is an excellent space for a relaxed, summer wedding reception, during the day and on into the night. 

Stylish outdoor seating at Zouk Tea Bar & Grill, perfect for intimate gatherings and events.

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Cozy outdoor lounge at Zouk Tea Bar & Grill, perfect for networking events and gatherings.

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Cozy semi-private seating area at Zouk Tea Bar & Grill for networking events.

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Stylish outdoor seating at Zouk Tea Bar & Grill, perfect for networking events.

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Weddings

Terrace

Zouk Tea Bar & Grill

Bright, airy room for up to 50 in a central Grade II listed hotel with garden access. Ideal for meetings.

Victoria SuiteLocation: Ground Floor
Dimensions: 6.1m (L) x 8m (W) x 2.4m (H)Floor Area: 48.8m²
Natural Daylight: Private Outdoor Terrace: Air Conditioning: Wi-Fi: Complimentary high-speed AV: Available on request
The Victoria Suite is a bright, airy event space featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and exclusive access to a private outdoor terrace. Ideal for intimate meetings, networking events, or private dining up to 50 guests.

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Theatre

Business

Victoria Suite

The Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

A tranquil boutique hotel with lush gardens, ideal for intimate gatherings and events.

Set in the leafy suburb of Didsbury Village, Eleven Didsbury Park can be hired exclusively to celebrate Engagement parties, Birthday Parties, Christenings, Baby Showers & Corporate away day and events.

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Reception

Events

Garden Lounge & Walled Gardens

Eleven Didsbury Park

Elegant business lounge in a historic building, ideal for meetings, presentations, and networking.

Furnished in an elegant and contemporary style with booths, sofas, large cosy chair, coffee tables and serviced with drinks cabinet the business lounge is suitable for an array of uses. Naturally ideal for Business meetings but equally provides the perfect arena for Presentations Receptions, Awards & Networking. 

Business lounge with natural light, ideal for networking events and meetings.

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Stylish business lounge with modern decor, ideal for meetings and brainstorming sessions.

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Business Lounge at 53 King Street, modern meeting space for workshops and presentations.

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Business Lounge 

The Offices at 53 King Street 

A modern conference room with adaptable foyer space in Manchester's iconic concert venue, perfect for conferences and events.

The Barbirolli Room can be hired in combination with Foyer space to provide a fresh modern conference room alongside highly adaptable space for registration, breakout groups, and drinks receptions.  The decor is modern and clean, and the floor-to-ceiling windows of the Foyer ensure the venue is always bright and filled with light.  With its very central location in Manchester, this space is unbeatable for conferences and events.

Barbirolli Room banquet setup with elegant tables for corporate events and gatherings.

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Barbirolli Room at Bridgewater Hall: spacious venue with modern staircase, ideal for events.

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Barbirolli Room at Bridgewater Hall, modern event space for conferences and gatherings.

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Barbirolli Room at Bridgewater Hall, elegant dinner setup for corporate events.

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Barbirolli Room & Foyer

The Bridgewater Hall

A versatile 170-capacity basement venue in the Northern Quarter, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

Northern Quarter bar with a private basement event space, its own bar and sound system—good for a busy 100-guest birthday with dancing, DJ-friendly setup and a late license.

Whiskey Jar Basement: modern event space with sleek bar for cocktail receptions and parties.

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Vibrant event space with disco ball at The Whiskey Jar Basement for social gatherings.

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Stylish dimly lit venue for intimate gatherings and networking events at The Whiskey Jar.

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Cozy dimly lit venue for cocktail receptions and private parties at The Whiskey Jar.

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Versatile event space with bar and ambient lighting for parties and gatherings.

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The Whiskey Jar Basement

The Whiskey Jar

A vibrant, well-equipped conference room in Manchester's Northern Quarter with breakout zones and catering.

The Grow room is well equipped and can support presentations, product launches and video conferences. Between time spent in the inspiring Grow meeting and conference room, delegates can relax in numerous welcome and  breakout zone where healthy snacks, fruit, homebaked cookies and cakes are served throughout the day. It’s also the destination for lunch where thestudio's creative and dedicated team will serve a freshly prepared two course hot buffet lunch. 

Modern meeting room at Grow in thestudio Manchester with oval table and orange chairs.

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Modern conference room in Manchester with wooden table and orange chairs for corporate meetings.

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

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Modern reception area at Grow in thestudio Manchester, ideal for meetings and events.

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Grow

London

thestudio Manchester

A spacious pre-function area with river views, ideal for receptions and refreshments.

Ballroom 1 / Ballroom 2 also comes with its own Pre Function area just outside the room. This area has comfortable seating and occasional tables, and is perfect for registration, refreshments and catering. There is also a fully stocked bar in this area. It is a large open landing area, which boasts views over the River Irwell and Calatrava Bridge. It is the perfect space for pre-dinner drinks/exhibition stands. 



Buffet setup with gourmet appetizers for corporate event at The Lowry Hotel.

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Gourmet catering display in The Lowry Hotel's Grand Ball pre-function area.

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Stylish meeting space with large windows at The Lowry Hotel for events and networking.

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Modern event space with natural light for corporate meetings and social gatherings.

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Spacious hotel lobby at The Lowry Hotel for events and gatherings, featuring modern design.

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Pre-Function Areas only for Grand Ball, BR1 &BR2

The Lowry Hotel

A football-themed venue for events and meetings, with a capacity of up to 200 standing or 100 seated classroom style.

The emphasis is on maximising your performance at this venue. Hotel Football reflects the determination to succeed demonstrated by its founders Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs which makes it ideal for team building, training and corporate and networking events as well as product launches. Guests will be inspired by the innovative design and be able to dine in the critically acclaimed restaurant. This space accommodates up to 200 standing and 100 in a seated classroom style. Hotel Football will provide guests with a truly memorable experience.

Modern catering setup in Players Lounge, Hotel Football for events and conferences.

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Champagne setup in Players Lounge, Hotel Football for upscale events and celebrations.

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Modern Players Lounge at Hotel Football, ideal for networking events and meetings.

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Vibrant athlete mural at Players Lounge, Hotel Football - perfect for event photography.

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Modern lounge at Hotel Football, featuring stylish seating for networking and casual meetings.

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Players Lounge

Hotel Football

A vibrant bar and grill with modern interiors, ideal for casual gatherings and corporate events.

The Bar & Grill at Leonardo's offers a vibrant atmosphere with modern interiors, perfect for hosting a variety of events. This space is ideal for casual gatherings, corporate meetings, and social celebrations. Guests can enjoy an all-day menu featuring a wide selection of international dishes, including succulent steaks, artisan pizzas, and fresh salads. The bar area provides a relaxed setting for drinks, making it suitable for networking events or informal get-togethers. 

Modern bar area with high stools and greenery, perfect for networking events in Manchester.

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Modern lounge at The Bar & Grill, Leonardo Hotel Manchester for networking events.

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Modern bar area with white countertop and greenery at Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central.

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Versatile meeting space at Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central with vibrant decor for events.

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The Bar & Grill

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central

A stylish bar with live DJs, signature cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere. Ideal for special events.

Velvet hotel, located at 2 Canal Street is an exceptionally high 4* standard hotel offering indulgent luxury in the heart of the city. 

Open 7 days a week with live DJs playing on the weekend and special events running throughout the year, Velvet Bar is the perfect setting to celebrate with the ones closest to you. With out signature cocktails and variety of drinks, there's plenty for everyone to choose from. 
Perfect for special occasions, summer street parties or corporate events.



Stylish lounge at Velvet Bar, perfect for networking events and informal meetings.

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Stylish Velvet Bar at Velvet Hotel, perfect for intimate gatherings and corporate events.

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Modern Velvet Bar with ambient lighting, perfect for networking events and gatherings.

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Stylish Velvet Bar with outdoor seating, perfect for events and gatherings.

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Stylish lounge at Velvet Bar, perfect for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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Velvet Bar

Velvet Hotel, Bar & Brasserie

A bright, semi-private bar area with terrace. Ideal for drinks, networking, and informal celebrations.

A Spectacular semi-private area of our Graduate Bar

This space is flooded with natural light from the floor to ceiling windows and open up onto our outdoor Terrace area.

It is the perfect spot for drinks, networking and informal celebrations.

Modern meeting space in Hyatt Regency Manchester, ideal for networking and collaboration.

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Modern lounge at Hyatt Regency Manchester, ideal for meetings and events.