Main Exhibition Space at Imperial War Museum North

Imperial War Museum North · The Quays, Manchester, M17 1TZ · Show map

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Up to 500standing

Up to 300seated

Themed Dinner Partybest for

Trafford Parkarea

About this space

Impressive event space at one of Manchester's most illustrious venues for Christmas Parties. It features the 360° Big Picture Show which can transform the area to suit a limitless variety of themes or to screen short films. The experienced in-house events team can organise guided gallery tours as well as delicious dinners, drinks or canapé platters to complement and enhance all events from birthday parties, to anniversaries, award ceremonies, drinks receptions, wedding receptions and special social gatherings.

Features

Wifi

Big Picture Show

Creative lighting packages

Dedicated events team

Guided gallery tours available

Harrier Jump Jet

Unique location

Visually stunning environment

Food & Drink

Professional Kitchen

Halal Catering

Space

Parking Spaces

Disabled Access

Outdoor Space

2,000m² (21,528ft²)

Capacities

300 Buffet

300 Dining

300 Dinner Dance

500 Reception

500 Standing

300 Theatre

Guide prices

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Venue Hire Per Evening

Every day, 17:00 - 01:00Every day, 17:00 - 01:00

£1,800 / Venue Fee

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Venue Hire Per Evening

Every day, 17:00 - 01:00Every day, 17:00 - 01:00

£1,800 / Venue Fee

Location

Imperial War Museum North The QuaysTrafford Wharf RoadTrafford Park M17 1TZManchester

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