Unique Event Venues in Manchester

The Engine Hall is a brilliant, memorable setting for a business conference, seminar, or training session. The Hall has 240 square meters of space, with a magnificent front facade that stretches up to the ornate glass ceiling. The beautifully restored tiled walls make this a stunning venue. The space is highly flexible, can be combined with our other spaces for registration and refreshment areas.

Made up of two adjoining areas totalling over 700 sqm. The Bays are our most popular event space. Built in 1932 for cotton stock, and later storage for Kellogg's, McVitie's and Cadburys, their rich history and interesting architecture make them ideal for corporate and showcase events. A large pre-function space with a feature bar leads into the main room, which is complete with a full AV package. This includes screens and projectors, colour-changing down lighters on the pillars, a PA system, staging, lecterns, mics and relay screens, giving you a hassle-free event solution.

A unique venue in the centre of Manchester with stunning views of the iconic Cathedral, the Visitor Centre is the ideal location for meetings, conferences, seminars and staff-away days. Our light and airy conference rooms are fully accessible, have windows to three sides and are equipped with audio-visual equipment plus free, high speed wi-fi.

The perfect conference space, Whitworth Hall can seat up to 600 theatre style. Our dedicated events team can offer full support in the organisation of your conferece, from delegate lists, to dietary requirements and AV hire; we can cater to your every need. Being situated close to Manchester Centre, the venue allows for great transport links. To see how the stunning Whitworth Hall can accommodate your conference needs, simply get in touch.

Cord bar can be hired out exclusively 7 days a week. The bar has a maximum capacity of 220 people and is perfect for a range of corporate events (product launches, seasonal staff parties and informal networking), birthday parties, DJ nights and cocktail masterclasses. Catering options include buffets and canapes and tailored drinks packages can be arranged to suit your budget.

The Engine Room is a magnificent piece of Edwardian architecture. With its ornate glass ceiling, beautiful facade, many windows and stunning tiled walls, this is a gorgeous and highly unique venue. The room has capacity for up to 150 people for dinner, and we can arrange delicious catering, worthy of such a striking, distinctive venue.

This beautiful outdoor garden is a hidden gem right in the heart of South London. The generous space has a beautiful canopy structure complete with a clear roof to let the sunshine in - making it perfect for a wide range of daytime and evening events, from a summer party to weddings, drinks, product launches, markets or outdoor screenings. Being in the centre of the venue, this area is great when used in conjunction with other spaces and can be paired with Springs Bar, Springs Studio and the Sassoon Gallery.

If you want exclusive use of a quirky and interesting venue in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter look no further than Dusk Til Pawn. The incredible cocktails, interesting light fittings and free to play jukebox will guarantee your guests will be wowed. Whether it's a special celebration, leaving do, birthday or anniversary the dedicated team will be happy to help and can create bespoke party packages to suit your needs.

The beautiful Courtyard at the Islington Mill surrounds you with flowers and greenery with wooden benches for seating. This picturesque setting is a fantastic outdoor space, sure to add a tonnes of character for any drinks receptions, garden parties, birthday parties, corporate events and Christmas Parties.

This is the perfect indoor space in Manchester. We can comfortably seat 150 guests which can be further broken into smaller groups of 60/20/70. Scene's beautiful main restaurant invokes the true spirit of India, with a classy decor and subtle hints of the subcontinent. Running alongside the river Irwell, this space is suitable for a wide variety of events. Most of our events are bespoke so get in touch with us to discuss your event needs

Few throughout history have experienced the magic of The vault within The Manchester Stock Exchnage. The Vault has been restored to offer a unique venue in the city, with menus designed and served by Tom Kerridge's team.

Our private hire room is available for all events. With it's pin-coded entrance your guests can enjoy the exclusive and unique speakeasy style room. The ballroom has a 4am late license, features a fully stocked bar and an extensive cocktail list. Complete with spacious comfortable seating, a pool table, DJ facilities, a large projector screen and sound system; the ballroom is ideal for all events big or small. Food can be ordered with specially tailored buffet options available. The area is perfect for Christmas, corporate events and birthdays.

Situated in the iconic Afflecks Palace, Black Milk Cereal Dive is a versatile and dynamic space. This venue is ideal for those looking to host an event in an informal and cool location. The space can easily seat 20 guests around multiple tables. The menu offers cereal served up in a number of ways. You can order single, double or triple sized bowls - able to add an extra type of cereal as you go up a size, plus there's an extensive drinks menu.

The Canal Bar at Ark is a self contained space on the lower level of the bar. Features of this room are the private bar, heated terrace and views out on to the Bridgewater Canal. The Canal Bar is perfect for birthdays, special celebrations, networking events and Christmas parties. Add an interactive element to your event with a cocktail masterclass.

The O2 Apollo Manchester is a versatile multi use events space available for everything from live music events, filming, weddings, parties, private dinners and receptions, and can also be fully seated suitable for awards ceremonies, exhibitions, product launches and corporate conferences guaranteed to impress any client. With onsite catering facilities, staging, AV/Technical equipment and event management support we can offer a unique experience to suit any event.

After a unique venue for your special day? The Exchange suite is perfect for an intimate ceremony in the heart of the city centre. You and up to 30 guests can enjoy the suite in this Grad II listed building. Offering absolute privacy, the Exchange Suite, boasts a private double-height reception with bar and sweeping staircase leading up to the intimate boardroom. Optional extras include; Champagne Arrival Theatre Ticket Invitations Commemorative Plaque Dressing Room