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Manchester City Centre offers a diverse range of conference venues, ideal for professionals seeking dynamic spaces for corporate events. These venues are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and are conveniently located near major transport links, making them accessible for delegates travelling from various locations.

There are plenty of tube, train and bus stations dotted around the City, so accessibility is no problem for organisers.

TRANSPORT

The City of London is an area that has been settled since the Romans founded Londinium in 43 AD.

HISTORY

The City is home to the headquarters of many major banks and businesses, as well as the London Stock Exchange.

CULTURE

The City of London is a region located in the heart of London and is one of the most important and historic regions of the capital. It is home to numerous world-class venues such as the Guildhall or Barbican, making it a popular choice for events such as conferences, meetings or away days. In addition to these traditional venues, there are also many unique historical landmarks throughout the city that are ideal settings for special events like weddings or private parties.

The City of London also has an intersting history and is home to many landmarks and points of interest. It is one of the world's most renowned financial hubs, and has been at the heart of global commerce for centuries. Its history stretches back to the Roman period, when it was founded as a trading post known as Londinium. Additionally, it is very well-connected, with excellent transport links via tube, train or bus, making it easy to get around. Whether you're looking for a bustling metropolis full of history or a modern hub with excellent transport links, the City of London has something for everyone.

City Centre

Manchester has a rich and varied history, from its industrial heritage to its role in the UK music scene.

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 top Conference Venues in Manchester City Centre, perfect for dynamic corporate events and easily accessible.

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Explore The Priory Rooms in Manchester City Centre for top-tier conference facilities, ideal for impactful corporate gatherings.

The Reading room is a medium sized meeting space located on our first floor, ideal for a variety of business functions. This fully accessible area features its own lobby, perfect for serving refreshments and lunch, ensuring a seamless experience for your delegates. With natural daylight flooding the room, adjustable lighting, and modern built-in technology including a projector and screen, the Reading room is designed to enhance productivity and engagement. Situated in the heart of Birmingham City Centre, The Priory Rooms Meeting and Conference Centre offers easy access to three mainline train stations and a metro, making it convenient for all attendees. Our versatile meeting rooms can accommodate up to 210 delegates, and we provide bespoke catering options tailored to your needs. Enjoy free high-speed wireless internet and flexible layouts to suit your event style. Whether you're hosting a training session, conference, or bespoke event, the Reading room at The Priory Rooms is the perfect choice for a successful gathering. Contact us today to book your next meeting!

Reading room with oval table, ideal for conferences and meetings.

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Reading room at The Priory Rooms with round table setup for meetings and conferences.

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Business

Reading room

Birmingham

The Priory Rooms Meeting and Conference Centre 

The Priory Rooms: Manchester Conference Hub

Explore premier Conference Venues in Manchester City Centre, ideal for professional corporate gatherings and accessible events.

Innovate is the heart of the 3rd floor whereby up to 200 guests can learn, be inspired and converse during a conference, seminar, presentation or training day. Whatever the event, integrated soft seating creates relaxing break out zones and networking opportunities for you and your guests throughout the day.  Thestudios committed team will strive to provide TNTs "tiny noticeable things that make an explosive impact" and a refreshing menu choice will no doubt provide an unforgettable experience.

Modern event venue in Birmingham with large windows, perfect for meetings and conferences.

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Versatile event space in Birmingham with round tables, ideal for meetings and workshops.

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Dining

Innovate

thestudio Birmingham

Conference Centre Manchester Central

Explore premier conference venues in Manchester City Centre, ideal for impactful corporate gatherings and centrally located.

Looking to hold a staff party, banquet, dinner or awards ceremony?  We can host drinks receptions, drinks and canapé receptions, conferences, product launches,  knife and fork buffets, finger buffets, dinners parties such as a staff party, Christmas party or to hold a corporate event.  We delivery a world-class service with a fantastic range of menus for your event. 

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Banqueting Suite

The Council House

Manchester Central Conference Hub

Ideal for corporate events, Thinktank in Manchester City Centre offers versatile spaces with AV support and complimentary WiFi.

Hiring the Event Suite gives you your own dedicated entrance plus a reception area to meet and greet your guests. You can use our partition walls to divide the space into one, two or three areas. 

We offer inbuilt AV and Projectors in two of the spaces and complimentary WiFi. 

The space can offer a variety of different set ups and be used in a unique way. 

Event Suite at Thinktank: organized meeting space with podium, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Event Suite in Thinktank: modern meeting room with long table, projector for presentations.

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Spacious event suite with black chairs, perfect for presentations and seminars.

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Buffet

Events

Event Suite 

Thinktank 

Thinktank Manchester Conference Hub

Explore premier conference venues in Manchester City Centre, ideal for impactful corporate gatherings. Accessible and fully equipped.

Everything at hand. With complimentary Wi-Fi, flatscreen Tv's, projectors or flipcharts as needed, all you'll need to bring is your brain power. 

This room handles up to 70 heads and you'll have everything to hand to being out the best in them. Thats a whole lotta brilliant brainwaves going on. 

This room can be opened up and joined with W+P 2 and 4 to make one large space which can hold 130 people. 



Modern meeting space in Malmaison Birmingham for presentations and workshops.

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Modern meeting space with glass walls for collaboration in Malmaison Birmingham.

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Elegant event space in Malmaison Birmingham set for a formal dinner and networking.

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Modern event venue Work + Play 3 in Birmingham with striking red facade and large windows.

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Elegant event space in Malmaison Birmingham, set for formal dinner and corporate gatherings.

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Theatre

Work + Play 3 

Malmaison Birmingham

Central Manchester Conference Hub

Explore premier conference venues in Manchester City Centre, ideal for impactful corporate gatherings.

This stunning book lined space in the heart of the Library of Birmingham offers an iconic setting for gala dinners and drinks receptions for up to 200 people. Also suitable for performances and wedding receptions.

Elegant event space in Book Rotunda, Birmingham with stylish tables and vibrant lighting.

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Elegant event space in Book Rotunda, Birmingham with round tables and purple lighting.

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Book Rotunda event space with round tables, ideal for corporate gatherings and celebrations.

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Vibrant networking event in Book Rotunda, Birmingham with stylish decor and ambiance.

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Vibrant networking event in Book Rotunda, Birmingham with elegant drinks and festive lighting.

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Book Rotunda

Unique Venues Birmingham (The Birmingham REP & The Library of Birmingham)

Ideal for corporate events, Millennium Point in Manchester offers high-tech facilities and space for up to 350 delegates. Perfect for impactful conferen

The AUDITORIUM on level 4 is equipped with presentation facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi making this the ideal space to deliver large-scale events such as conferences, AGMs and screenings. This space is suitable for up to 350 delegates and comes equipped with a registration area. Our on-site technician will be on hand to ensure you make the very best impression. 

Packed auditorium at Millennium Point hosting an exciting esports event with large screen.

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Auditorium at Millennium Point, panel discussion on future events, networking opportunity.

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Engaged audience in Millennium Point auditorium at a lively networking event.

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AUDITORIUM

Millennium Point

Millennium Point Conference Centre

Explore the premier Conference Centre at Radisson Blu in Manchester City Centre, ideal for corporate events and professional gatherings.

The Lunar Suite is our largest function room with a maximum capacity of 100. Named after the 18th century Birmingham Lunar Society, this suite is made up of 3 individual rooms, Lunar, Lunar One and Lunar Two, which can also be booked separately for smaller events of up to 30 guests.

The Suite is ideal for events such as private dinners, weddings, civil ceremonies seminars, meetings, and conferences. It has a spacious lobby area and private bar located outside the room which makes the space perfect for social events.

Lunar Suite at Radisson Blu Birmingham: modern event space with elegant decor and buffet.

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Elegant banquet room at Radisson Blu Birmingham, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Modern meeting space in Radisson Blu Birmingham with round tables for corporate events.

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Lunar Suite at Radisson Blu Birmingham, modern venue for evening events and gatherings.

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Lunar Suite

Radisson Blu Hotel Birmingham

Conference Centre at Radisson Blu Manchester

Ideal for corporate events, Holiday Inn in Manchester City Centre offers 26 meeting rooms with high-tech AV, free WiFi, and expert event support.

Well-placed for meetings and close to the M6 and New Street station, the hotel’s 26 meeting rooms can host up to 1360 delegates. WiFi is free and the dedicated sales team can take care of all your needs, from high-tech AV equipment to catering.

Spacious Innovation Meeting Room at Holiday Inn Birmingham, perfect for conferences and events.

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Innovation Meeting Room at Holiday Inn Birmingham: spacious, professional conference setup.

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Innovation Meeting Room

Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre

Conference Centre Manchester - Holiday Inn

Explore premier conference venues in Manchester City Centre, ideal for impactful corporate gatherings and strategic meetings.

Hall 1 is a versatile space at The ICC in Birmingham, ideal for conferences, exhibitions, car launches, and keynote presentations. The tiered auditorium can accommodate up to 1500 guests, with lower stalls seating 600 delegates. It features an immense stage with a 28-metre high fly tower, a 500-channel computerised stage lighting system, and advanced audio equipment. The space offers full soundproofing and direct vehicle access, supported by an in-house technical team. Hall 1 is perfect for events seeking serious stand out and impressive technical capabilities.

Conference in Hall 11a, ICC Birmingham with speaker and large presentation screen.

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Hall 11a at ICC Birmingham: modern conference space with purple lighting for seminars.

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Conference room in ICC Birmingham with blue chairs, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Versatile event space in ICC Birmingham with modern design and vibrant purple lighting.

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Elegant event space in Hall 11a, ICC Birmingham, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Hall 11a

The ICC Birmingham

Explore The BCEC, a leading conference venue in Manchester City Centre, ideal for large corporate events and meetings.

The Mercian Suite provides an extensive area for up to a maximum of 650 for a conference and up to 450 guests for a full-service dinner. Located in the vibrant heart of Birmingham, The BCEC offers unparalleled flexibility with over 2000 square metres of versatile event space across three floors. Ideal for corporate gatherings, the Mercian Suite can be configured to suit your needs, featuring state-of-the-art technology like ClickShare for seamless presentations. With its stylish design and convenient location just minutes from Birmingham New Street Station, your event will leave a lasting impression. Whether hosting a large conference or an elegant dinner, The Mercian Suite is the perfect choice for any business occasion.

Spacious conference room at The Mercian, ideal for seminars and presentations.

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Spacious conference venue at The Mercian, featuring round tables for corporate events.

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The Mercian

The BCEC

The BCEC - Premier Manchester Conference Hub

Ideal for corporate events, Louisa Ryland House in Manchester City Centre offers modern facilities for up to 60 delegates.

- Conference/Event space, holding up to a maximum of 60 delegates.  
- Two presentation screens, connected by HDMI. 
- Catering available, additional costs.
- Bookable by the hour, Half day, or Full day

Modern conference suite with black chairs and dual screens for corporate events.

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Louisa Ryland House Conference Suite, minimalist design, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Louisa Ryland House Conference Suite 

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Louisa Ryland House

Louisa Ryland House: Manchester Conferences

Forum Birmingham is available for a range of private hire and corporate events. From drinks receptions and comedy shows to awards ceremonies and corporate conferences, we can tailor a package to suit your every need. 

Spacious event venue with polished wooden floor in Forum HQ Birmingham, ideal for concerts and corporate events.

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Versatile event space with spacious stage at Forum HQ Birmingham for presentations and performances.

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Spacious empty event venue with polished wooden floor in Forum HQ Birmingham.

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Spacious event venue with polished wooden floors in Forum HQ Birmingham for exhibitions and performances.

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Whole Venue.

Forum HQ Birmingham 

Book Meeting Room 9 at Clayton Hotel Birmingham for one of the best options for meeting room hire Birmingham has to offer. This versatile space is designed to cater to all your business needs, featuring state-of-the-art audio recording capabilities, video conferencing facilities, and an HD screen for seamless presentations. Natural light floods the room, creating an inviting atmosphere, while breakout spaces provide the perfect setting for collaborative discussions. Equipped with essential stationery and whiteboards, Meeting Room 9 ensures your meetings are productive and efficient. Located in the heart of Birmingham, just a short walk from Moor Street and New Street stations, this venue is ideal for both local and visiting professionals. Elevate your business meetings in a space that combines comfort, convenience, and cutting-edge technology.

Modern conference room with glass facade at Clayton Hotel Birmingham for corporate events.

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Meeting Room 9 at Clayton Hotel Birmingham, bright space for conferences and meetings.

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Modern meeting room with sleek table setup for professional gatherings in Clayton Hotel Birmingham.

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Meeting Room 9 at Clayton Hotel Birmingham, modern setup for corporate meetings and presentations.

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Meeting Room 9

Clayton Hotel Birmingham

Ideal for corporate events, The Eastside Rooms in Manchester City Centre offers modern facilities and top-tier AV systems. Perfect for professional gath

The Affinity suite is ample space in The Eastside Rooms, built for conferences and events. This is more than enough to say why you should choose it if you need a modern and flexible place to hold a conference, meeting, or presentation. As it is brand new, you can expect an advanced audio and visual system, with our team always prepared to help you. Use the Skyfold walls to separate the suite into two rooms if needed. 

Affinity Suite event space with seating for conferences and presentations.

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Affinity Suite event stage with modern seating, ideal for presentations and discussions.

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Affinity Suite event space with round tables, ideal for conferences and galas.

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Elegant banquet hall in Affinity Suite, perfect for corporate events and gala dinners.

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