The Bar at The Spirit of Manchester Distillery
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- From £500
- 200 people
- Deansgate-Castlefield Tram Stop
- 195m² (2100ft²)
Spaces in The Bar at The Spirit of Manchester Distillery
Gin School
We host all styles of events, from private dining to full venue hire, including photoshoots and filming. Our cocktail bar and distillery is the ideal setting for unforgettable corporate events, weddings, and creative shoots. Hire our Gin School, where you and your guests can create your own in, blend your own rum, take part in a guided spirits tasting or simply enjoy your own private celebration area. Available for parties of up to 16, this room is perfect for Corporate Events & Team Building, Birthdays, Engagement Parties and more.
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Our bar offers a truly distinctive setting for drinks-led events. Set within our working distillery, guests can enjoy a front-row view of our copper stills and witness the live production of our award-winning gin, vodka and rum, all while sipping on cocktails crafted using the spirits made on-site. We offer a curated menu of bespoke drinks, created by our bar team using premium house-made ingredients. The space is perfectly suited to canape receptions, networking evenings or private celebrations, with the option to include welcome drinks on arrival.
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Our lounge is a semi-private and beautifully unique space set within our working distillery in the heart of Manchester - perfect for intimate wedding celebrations. With warm, stylish interiors and a flexible layout, it's ideal for relaxed seated menus, welcome drinks and canape receptions. The space can be styled to reflect your vision, and you will have a dedicated wedding coordinator who will assist in bringing your vision to life.
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Set beneath Manchester's iconic Grade-II* listed railway arches, our cocktail bar and distillery offers a unique setting for photography. Natural light floods in by day, while dimmable in-house lighting allows full control of tone and mood. The space features exposed brick arches, velvet booths, copper stills and a striking back bar, offering layered backdrops without needing to change venue. With an adaptable layout, ground floor access, vaulted ceilings multiple power points and softened acoustics, we're perfectly equipped for professional production.
See venueAbout The Bar at The Spirit of Manchester Distillery
Looking for a striking and versatile venue in the heart of Manchester? Set beneath stunning Grade-II* listed railway arches The Bar at The Spirit of Manchester Distillery offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop for events of all kinds - from stylish corporate gatherings to weddings and private celebrations.
With a working distillery as your backdrop, the space blends industrial charm with elegant design. Whether you're booking an intimate Gin Making Experience or a full venue takeover, our team will work with you to plan the perfect event!