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Central Manchester is a treasure trove of unique venues, each offering a distinctive backdrop for events that aim to stand out. From industrial chic to historic grandeur, these spaces provide an unforgettable setting for corporate gatherings and creative showcases alike.

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

CULTURE

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

Manchester is a historic city in the northwest of England. The city has a rich industrial heritage and has been at the forefront of the UK’s economic development for centuries. Today, Manchester is known as a thriving cultural hub, with a lively music and nightlife scene. The city is also home to many excellent venues for events, including the Manchester Arena, the O2 Apollo Manchester and the Bridgewater Hall, making it a perfect option for your next conference, meeting, away day or party! 

Manchester is well-connected, with two international airports and good transport links to London and other major cities. There is a strong sense of community in Manchester, and the city is proud to host a wide range of events each year. These include the annual Pride festival, the Parklife music festival and the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair. If you’re looking for a vibrant and diverse city in which to hold your next event, Manchester is the perfect choice!

Central 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.

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

"Discover Unusual Venues in Central Manchester: the perfect blend of creativity and professionalism for your standout event."

Unusual Venues in Central Manchester

Unusual Venues

Explore Depot Mayfield, a standout unusual venue in Central Manchester perfect for diverse corporate events and creative gatherings.

Depot is a 10,000-capacity venue with over 14,371m2 of flexible event space split across 2 large warehouses and 3 interlinking archways. The multiple event spaces of varying capacities lend themselves to events of any size, from 50 to 10,000. The venue's city centre location is in easy reach from anywhere in the UK and is conveniently a 2 minute walk from Piccadilly Train Station. Depot launched spectacularly and is now available to host brand activations, conferences, drinks reception & dinners, product launches, film & production sets, festival & ticketed events, exhibitions and culture.  

Crowd at Depot Mayfield venue with DJ, showcasing immersive event atmosphere.

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Dynamic performance at Depot Mayfield venue, enhancing event entertainment experience.

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Spacious industrial venue with high ceilings for creative events at Depot Mayfield.

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Spacious industrial venue with arched ceiling, perfect for creative events and gatherings.

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Depot Mayfield

Depot Mayfield: Unique Central Manchester Venue

Explore Bridge 5 Mill in Central Manchester, an unusual venue ideal for professional events. Perfect for conferences and presentations.

The Silk Loft is a magnificent space on the top story of Bridge 5 Mill. Brimming with character and warmth from the exposed red brick walls, high oak beamed ceiling and cascades of natural light falling from the skylights, The Silk Loft is the perfect environment for conferences, meetings, training sessions and presentations.

Silk Loft event space with round tables, natural light, ideal for meetings and networking.

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

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

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Silk Loft event space with round tables, ideal for meetings and workshops in Bridge 5 Mill.

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Bridge 5 Mill

Bridge 5 Mill: Unique Central Manchester Venue

Explore fivefourstudios, a unique venue in Central Manchester with creative spaces for professional events. Ideal for standout corporate gatherings.

Studio two features white brick walls, a polished concrete floor and a glass brick wall with diffused daylight from a glass brick wall. The studio has a dedicated hair and makeup area and private changing room. Studios one and two can be linked by double doors forming a combined shoot space of 300sqm.

Versatile minimalist event space with natural light, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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fivefourstudios - Unique Central Manchester

Explore St Thomas Centre in Central Manchester, a unique venue perfect for creative and professional events. Ideal for conferences and gatherings.

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

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

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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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St Thomas Centre

St Thomas Centre: Unique Event Space

Explore Gorilla, a standout unusual venue in Central Manchester, ideal for creative and professional events.

Stage + Club is a versatile and dynamic space ideal for a variety of events including club nights, weddings, screenings, product launches, conferences, parties, and live performances. This big blank canvas can accommodate a range of setups, from theatre-style seating for up to 200 guests to cabaret-style for 120. With a standing capacity of 100 to 600, it is perfect for large gatherings. The space features a huge bar, projector, AV setup, and a flexible layout, allowing for bespoke events tailored to your needs. Collaborate with in-house creative teams, techs, artists, and mixologists to create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

Versatile event space in Gorilla Manchester, set for a colorful performance.

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GORILLAS MONDAY MADNESS FRESHERS PARTY ...

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Gorilla

Gorilla: Unique Events Hub in Central Manchester

Explore the Science and Industry Museum in Central Manchester for unique corporate events. Perfect for standout professional gatherings.

Unusual and unique, the Revolution Manchester Gallery is the Museum's newest gallery. It provides an overview of Manchester's rich industrial and scientific heritage with sections dedicated to Transport Revolutions, Computer Age, Engineering, Energy, Cottonopolis and Structure of Matter. There is a stunning digital media wall and photo chandelier which can be utilised to complement and enhance corporate gala dinners, product launches, award ceremonies and presentations within the gallery.

Revolution Manchester Gallery event space with colorful screens, ideal for networking and celebrations.

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Revolution Manchester Gallery event space with colorful screens and dynamic lighting.

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Revolution Manchester Gallery with vibrant screens, ideal for networking events.

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Vibrant Revolution Manchester Gallery event with dancing attendees and colorful lights.

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Revolution Manchester Gallery event with colorful screens and diverse attendees.

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Revolution Manchester Gallery

Science and Industry Museum

Science and Industry Museum: Unique Events

Explore the People's History Museum, a unique venue in Central Manchester with Edwardian architecture perfect for professional events.

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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People's History Museum

People's History Museum: Unique Central Manchester

Explore Victoria Warehouse, a unique venue in Central Manchester ideal for creative and professional events. Perfect for conferences and shows.

Draped head to toe in industrialist aesthetic, The Cotton Sheds regularly host enthralling shows and conferences with as many as eight separate areas and room for up to 5,000 people. 

Shed A, our most famous space has been home to events produces by top brands: Nike, Heineken, Jeep, The Northern Powerhouse Partnership and BBC Radio Music festival. This vast area within The Cotton Sheds is perfect for launches, conferences, dinners, sporting events and music shows. Sheds B, C, D, E, F and G can be hired collectively as breakout rooms, separate catering areas or exhibition space. 

Elegant event setup at The Cotton Sheds, featuring floral centerpieces and ambient lighting.

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Elegant event space at Victoria Warehouse with round tables for corporate galas.

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Cotton Sheds event space with colorful containers, ideal for corporate and creative events.

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Event setup at Victoria Warehouse with dramatic lighting and sleek vehicle for product launch.

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Vibrant event space at The Cotton Sheds, ideal for festivals and trade shows.

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The Cotton Sheds

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Victoria Warehouse: Unique Central Manchester Venu

Explore Urban Playground, a unique venue in Central Manchester perfect for professional events and team away days.

Combining both The CUBE Live & Putters Tech-infused mini golf into one incredible package

The CUBE Live Experience
Working as a team of 2, step into the iconic Perspex box to take on 7 exhilarating challenges, competing against another team of 2. You will only have 3 lives per game & 2 lifelines throughout your whole journey

Putters Tech-infused mini golf
You will play in groups of up to 6, competing against each other on a selection of our themed 9-hole courses. 
With live scoreboards, on-screen animations & audio

Perfect for Team Away Days!

CUBE + Putters event space with sleek bar, ideal for networking and social gatherings.

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Modern bar space with colorful lighting for events and gatherings in Urban Playground.

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CUBE + Putters mini-golf in Urban Playground, ideal for team-building and networking events.

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CUBE + Putters setup for corporate event in urban playground with sleek podiums.

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CUBE + Putters event with attendees enjoying immersive activities in Urban Playground.

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CUBE + Putters (9 or 18 holes) 

Urban Playground 

Urban Playground: Unique Central Manchester Venue

Explore The Fitzgerald, a unique venue in Central Manchester perfect for diverse events from meetings to cabarets. Ideal for professionals.

The Fitz is an extremely versatile space, so whether you're looking for a Christmas party, a meeting room, summer socials, pop-ups, or cabarets, the space can be what you want it to be! Nestled in the heart of Manchester, The Fitzgerald exudes a charming vintage vibe, making it an ideal backdrop for any event. With a capacity for up to 150 guests, this atmospheric venue combines 1920s glitz with modern amenities, including a private bar, full AV equipment, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Enjoy the unique speakeasy theme while hosting unforgettable gatherings, from intimate meetings to lively celebrations. With no venue hire fee—just a minimum spend—The Fitzgerald offers flexibility and style for all your event needs. Make your next occasion truly memorable in this hidden gem!

Cozy event space at The Fitzgerald Manchester with plush seating and multimedia capabilities.

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Stylish event space at The Fitzgerald Manchester with elegant decor for holiday celebrations.

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Cozy dimly lit venue at The Fitzgerald Manchester for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Versatile event space at The Fitzgerald Manchester with cozy ambiance and flexible seating.

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The Fitzgerald

The Fitzgerald Manchester

The Fitzgerald: Unique Venue in Manchester

Explore The Alan, a unique venue in Central Manchester perfect for creative and professional events. Ideal for standout corporate gatherings.

The Alan was born from a vision of wanting to do things differently.

Something experimental, fresh and with an emphasis on partnerships between artists, chefs, designers, and forward-thinkers.

It is a unique six-storey setting with a pop-up use/mixed space, ground floor restaurant + bar and 137 rooms. All accompanied by inspiring events and truly Mancunian collaborations.

SITU is located on the lower ground of The Alan hotel. Our industrial, environment is the perfect setting to bring your event to life. Let your imagination run wild with the endless possibilities of our blank space.

Elegant event space with black tables and white linens for corporate gatherings.

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Elegant event space at SITU in The Alan, perfect for weddings and corporate gatherings.

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Vibrant networking event at The Alan with engaged attendees and stylish decor.

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Versatile event space with polished floors and industrial design for corporate meetings.

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Modern industrial event space with polished floors, ideal for meetings and workshops.

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SITU

The Alan

The Alan: Unique Venue in Central Manchester

Explore Spectrum Studios for unique events in Central Manchester. Ideal for corporate functions and creative gatherings.

Spectrum Studios is a large open plan photography studio which doubles up as the perfect  venue for private parties, workshops, corporate events and exhibitions. 

Located in the heart of Ancoats, our studio is a one of a kind venue in Manchester, boasting two unique & independent spaces as well as a production suite, make-up area, office space and kitchen, meaning we can comfortably cater to everything from corporate events and intimate private parties, to product and brand launches.

Available services on request include: event photography, private bar, catering, & audio/visual hire. 


Versatile minimalist event space with natural light for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Vibrant art workshop in Spectrum Studios for team-building and corporate retreats.

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Modern minimalist meeting space with leather couch, ideal for brainstorming and networking.

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Versatile minimalist event space with natural light for workshops and presentations.

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Versatile event space in Spectrum Studios, ideal for photography and workshops.

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Spectrum Studios

Spectrum Studios: Unique Central Manchester Venue

A sleek, contemporary room with waterside views. Ideal for small conferences, dinners, and meetings.

Impress your guests with sleep, modern decor and gorgeous waterside views and hold your event in the Pier Eight Room. 

Perfect for a range of events, the Pier Eight Rom is popular for private dining, meetings, breakout spaces, conferences and seminars. 

A great choice if you're looking for convenient ground floor access and feature a private outdoor balcony, overlooking the waterside. 