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Discover the perfect dry hire venues in Manchester for your next event hosting up to 100 guests. These versatile spaces provide a blank canvas, allowing you to tailor the environment to suit your needs, whether it's a corporate gathering, workshop, or private celebration. When choosing a venue, consider the layout flexibility and facilities available. With its rich cultural scene and vibrant atmosphere, Manchester is an ideal location for memorable events.

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.

Dry Hire Venues in Manchester for 100 people

Dry Hire Venues

A modern, private event space with stunning views and a balcony. Ideal for weddings and receptions.

Fall in love with our iconic venue and hold your special day in our unique wedding space. 

Share your vows with panoramic views over the waterside. Take to the floor for your first dance under the fairy lights and enjoy delicious food prepared by our our talented in-house chefs. 

Get in touch to learn more our two Wedding packages, each designed with all the essentials, with optional upgrades, to ensure you can customise every detail to create your perfect day.



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Reception

Weddings

The Compass Room

Lowry

Iconic venue near Manchester for private events, dinners, and receptions. Seats 100, stands 150.

The WaterShard is ideal for private events, dinners, award ceremonies, networking events, product launches, receptions, and even Christmas parties for up to 100 guests seated or 150 standing. Nestled within the iconic Imperial War Museum North, this multi-award-winning venue offers a striking backdrop for any occasion. With contemporary design, natural daylight, and fully integrated AV equipment, your event will be both stylish and functional. Enjoy complimentary on-site parking and Wi-Fi, while our dedicated events team ensures a seamless experience. The WaterShard's central location near Manchester city centre makes it easily accessible, and its wheelchair accessibility guarantees inclusivity for all guests. Elevate your next event at this unique venue, where history and modernity converge to create unforgettable memories.

Elegant dining setup at WaterShard, Imperial War Museum North for corporate events.

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Elegant dining setup with red napkins at Imperial War Museum North event.

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Elegant event setup at Imperial War Museum North with black tables and city view.

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Elegant dining setup at WaterShard 1&2, ideal for corporate events and celebrations.

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Standing

Events

WaterShard 1&2

Imperial War Museum North

A spacious, well-equipped conference room in Manchester's iconic concert venue. Seats up to 160.

The Barbirolli Room is a spacious light-drenched room for conferences & meetings at the heart of the internationally renowned Bridgewater Hall.  With great transport links, first-class conferencing equipment, and delicious on-site catering, The Barbirolli Room has everything you need for a successful business event.  The retractable tiered theatre-style seats can accommodate 160 delegates, or 140 can be seated for dining.

Barbirolli Room at The Bridgewater Hall, modern venue with large glass windows for events.

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Barbirolli Room at Bridgewater Hall with modern staircase and vibrant blue carpet for events.

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Business

Barbirolli Room

The Bridgewater Hall

A contemporary atrium in a renowned art gallery, ideal for stylish dinners and wedding receptions.

Following a memorable civil partnership or wedding ceremony in the critically acclaimed Lowry/Vallete gallery, guests can enjoy a champagne drinks reception in the romantic Pre-Raphaelite galleries before adjourning to the contemporary Atrium for a stylish dinner. Remain in the Atrium or host your evening reception and dance floor in the Georgian panelled restaurant with up to 200 wedding guests. The Gallery's professional events team are on-hand to ensure the successful, hassle-free organisation and execution of your special day.

Atrium Manchester Art Gallery: modern event space with elegant decor for social gatherings.

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Atrium Manchester Art Gallery with elegant tables and floral centerpieces for events.

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Atrium at Manchester Art Gallery, elegant wedding venue with round tables and soft lighting.

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Atrium at Manchester Art Gallery: elegant event space with round tables for corporate gatherings.

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Vibrant dance event at Manchester Art Gallery's Atrium with disco ball and elegant decor.

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Atrium

Manchester Art Gallery

A large, versatile studio with infinity cove and skylights. Ideal for diverse events and shoots.

fivefour's largest studio - the perfect blank canvas for any event.

A 220sqm drive-in studio with double doors leading to the private car park and outside area, featuring a full-height infinity cove, hair & makeup suite and skylights with electric blackout blinds.

Studio One is adjoined to Studio Two via barn-doors, which can be integrated to form a combined space of over 300m2.

Minimalist event space with natural light for creative meetings and product launches.

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Elegant event space with festive table and Christmas trees for holiday celebrations.

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Vibrant panel discussion in well-lit studio with engaged audience and floral decor.

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Event space at FiveFour Studios with minimalist stage, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Vibrant event stage with bold lighting for panel discussion at FiveFour Studios.

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Dining

studio one

fivefourstudios

A stunning Edwardian hall with ornate features, ideal for flexible events and exhibitions.

The largest of the museum’s Venue Hire spaces; the brick and terracotta Engine Hall features vast arched windows, a vaulted glass ceiling, polished concrete floor and other original heritage features including colourful Pilkington tiles and intricate metal work. Housed in a historic Grade II listed Pump House, it is a renowned Manchester landmark. The Engine Hall is an ideal space for hosting engaging conferences, sophisticated dinners, or customised events tailored to your preferences.

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Engine Hall

People's History Museum

A spacious ballroom with river views, ideal for conferences and receptions up to 600 guests.

This is a spacious and airy room with floor to ceiling windows on one side offering spectacular views of the River Irwell and the Calatrava Bridge ( Ballroom 1 only). Both sides of the ballroom have a pull down screen and a ceiling mounted projector. The room has electronic blackout blinds. Also comes with its own Pre Function area just outside the room. 

Half Ball Room at The Lowry Hotel with natural light, ideal for conferences and meetings.

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Half Ball Room at The Lowry Hotel, set for a corporate banquet with round tables.

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Half Ball Room at The Lowry Hotel, spacious meeting room for conferences and seminars.

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Half Ball Room at The Lowry Hotel, spacious venue with natural light for events and meetings.

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Spacious Half Ball Room at The Lowry Hotel, ideal for conferences and workshops.