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Victoria Warehouse

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Versatile event space in Victoria Warehouse with exposed brick, ideal for corporate gatherings.
  • From £3500
  • 300 Reception
  • Wharfside (Red Line)
  • From £3500
  • 300 Reception
  • Wharfside (Red Line)
Historic cotton warehouse venue with over 100 years of Manchester heritage, offering authentic industrial character that major brands like Manchester United and Jaguar Land Rover have chosen for their events.
Joana Seguí Rubio
Joana Seguí Rubio

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Less than 10 minutes from Manchester city centre
  • Excellent public transport links
  • Atmospheric lighting system
  • Additional registration space
  • Ample parking available
  • Historic cotton warehouse setting with exposed brickwork
  • High-tech AV system with inclusive PA
  • Air conditioning throughout
  • Private entrance with drive-in access
  • Adjacent breakout area for networking

Capturing a historic and eclectic theme, The Archives at Victoria Warehouse offers a unique and inspiring backdrop for a wide range of events. With its stripped-back brickwork and statement flooring, this versatile space can accommodate everything from corporate meetings to vibrant parties and gala dinners. Enhanced by atmospheric lighting and high-tech AV capabilities, The Archives ensures a memorable experience for all attendees. Located less than 10 minutes from Manchester city centre, it boasts excellent public transport links and ample parking, making it easily accessible. The adjacent breakout area and additional registration space provide flexibility for event planners, while the private entrance and drive-in access cater to larger gatherings. With a rich heritage in the cotton trade, Victoria Warehouse is a symbol of innovation and creativity, having hosted renowned brands like Co-op, Topshop, and Manchester United. Elevate your next event in this remarkable venue that seamlessly blends history with modern functionality.

Frequently asked questions

Private event spaces at Victoria Warehouse have a minimum of 80 guests. If you have fewer than 80 guests, you may be interested in their shared party option instead.

Yes, you must use Victoria Warehouse's in-house caterers for all events. External catering is not permitted at the venue.

The Cotton Sheds costs £10,000 + VAT plus mandatory security and can seat 1,000 theatre style. The Basement spaces (Archives 2 and Cellars 2) cost £5,500 + VAT for venue hire. Christmas party packages start at £95 + VAT per person for street food menu or £100 + VAT per person for 3-course menu, both with 90 guest minimums.

Security is mandatory for all ticketed events at Victoria Warehouse. The venue will provide a security quote based on your specific event requirements, and this cost is in addition to the venue hire fee.

Day catering packages cost £38.50 + VAT per person and include 3 tea/coffee breaks plus lunch. Christmas party packages include welcome drink, private room with décor, DJ, and meal choice starting at £95 + VAT per person for street food or £100 + VAT per person for 3-course dining.

The Cotton Sheds includes staging, house lighting rig, and house audio system in the hire price. If you want to remove their house equipment and use your own design, there will be an additional fee on top of the venue hire.

The Cotton Sheds can accommodate 1,000 guests in theatre style seating. The venue's maximum capacity across all spaces is 1,000 guests - events requiring more than this cannot be accommodated.

During the Christmas period, there will be Christmas decorations throughout the venue that cannot be removed. This should be factored into your event planning if booking during this time.

For events requiring security (such as ticketed events), Victoria Warehouse needs confirmation by a specific deadline to provide security quotes and have signed contracts completed. They typically require at least several days' notice to arrange these mandatory services.

Victoria Warehouse does not host certain styles of events, though specific restrictions are not detailed. They evaluate each event brief individually to determine suitability and may decline events that don't align with their venue capabilities or policies.

More about Victoria Warehouse

Victoria Warehouse is an event space like no other in the heart of Manchester. Our heritage in the cotton trade has been a symbol of strength and innovation in the city for more than a hundred years. Now, we're channelling that spirit into Manchester showmanship.

The historic nature and unconventional surroundings of Victoria Warehouse have inspired Britain's greatest brands. Co-op, Topshop, Mini, Jaguar Landrover, Kellogg's and Manchester United have all chosen us to deliver an eclectic mix of sports and music shows, parties, gala dinners, conferences and meetings.