Hire Space
The Compass Room

Lowry

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Elegant event space in The Compass Room, perfect for upscale gatherings and networking.
  • From £1250
  • 300 Reception
  • From £1250
  • 300 Reception
The only circular event space in MediaCityUK with 360-degree waterside views and private balcony access on the fourth floor.
Lily Mohsen
Lily Mohsen

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Professional lighting rig
  • Circular contemporary design
  • Private bathroom facilities
  • Self-contained space
  • Capacity for 80-240 guests
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows with waterside views
  • Private fourth-floor location
  • 360-degree panoramic views of Salford Quays
  • Private outdoor balcony
  • Built-in bar facilities
The Compass Room is a unique and contemporary space, privately located on the fourth floor. The room offers stunning views of the surrounding Quays, of which can also be enjoyed from the rooms private balcony. With its own private bar and stunning lighting rig, it offers the perfect space for conferences. dinner, receptions and Christmas parties.

Frequently asked questions

Evening hire of the Compass Room is £1,400 for 18:00-00:30 (6.5 hours). Day hire is also £1,400 for 12:00-18:00 (6 hours). The hire includes the circular space with floor-to-ceiling windows, private balcony, private bar, private bathrooms, and basic lighting rig.

The Compass Room has a minimum booking requirement of 80 guests and maximum capacity of 180 for dinner. If you require space for dancing, capacity reduces to 160 guests. For evening events, a minimum buffet is required.

Hot fork buffet starts from £16.75 per person (£12.00 for children). Three-course meals start from £30.00-£34.00 per person (£15.00 for children). Canapés are £14.00 per person. Tea and coffee service is £2.25 per person.

Prosecco is £36.00 per bottle, wine from £24.00 per bottle, bottled beer £6.00 per bottle, and elderflower presse/juices £4.50 per litre. The Compass Room has its own private bar that only your guests will use.

External catering is only permitted for religious purposes. If this applies, a separate dry hire package is available for £4,500, which includes dry hire of the Compass Room and kitchen with furniture provided.

After receiving your signed contract (pages 3 and 12 must be signed), a deposit invoice for room hire only will be sent. The booking is not confirmed until the signed contract is returned and deposit is paid.

Dates can be put on hold, but if another client is also interested, it becomes a 'joint first option' on a first-come-first-serve basis. The venue will inform other holding clients when new enquiries are received for the same date.

The venue's chicken is certified halal. They can accommodate various dietary requirements through their catering options, with specific menus available upon request.

Final catering requirements and event details are reviewed closer to the event date. However, the minimum catering requirement of 80 guests for the Compass Room must be maintained throughout.

The venue has its own lighting rig available. Evening events run until 00:30, and day events until 18:00. Specific entertainment restrictions or music licensing details are not specified and should be confirmed directly with the venue.

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