Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in Manchester

Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in Manchester

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Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in Manchester

Manchester, a city known for its iconic blend of rich history and contemporary culture, is full of fantastic afternoon tea venues. Dive into Manchester's diverse selection of spaces perfect for your afternoon tea, whether it's the cosy cafes or the upscale hotels, there's something for everyone. With Tagvenue, you can effortlessly sift through the city's afternoon tea venues, ensuring your event embodies the city's charm. Don't just imagine it, book one of the afternoon tea venues and simply enjoy yourself!

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Book One of Manchester's Cheap Afternoon Tea Party Spaces

The Mezzanine
from £20
per person / per session
The Mezzanine
122
150
Vapiano Manchester
Manchester City Centre
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Its open plan and stylish decor truly make the first floor space an excellent location for massive groups and functions seeking a private space consisting of 122 seated guests and more than 150 standing.
Full Venue
from £25
per person / per session
Full Venue
224
300
Vapiano Manchester
Manchester City Centre
Restaurant
Whole venue
With space for 224 seated guests and over 300 standing, Vapiano Manchester is a bright, open venue that’s ideal for large gatherings and private events.
The Cocoon at Cinnabar
from £50
hire fee / per session
The Cocoon at Cinnabar
9
15
Vermilion
(3)
Manchester
Restaurant
Semi-private area
Experience the elegance of The Cocoon at Cinnabar, where our expert mixologists craft an extensive selection of fine wines, spirits, and signature cocktails.
Entire Venue
from £60
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
50
80
Fress Restaurant & Bar
Northern Quarter, Manchester
Restaurant
Whole venue
The menu includes items such as waffle burgers, pancakes, full English breakfasts, and afternoon tea options. The venue is suitable for gatherings such as birthday parties, anniversaries and engagement drinks.
Layla's
from £200
minimum spend / per session
Layla's
40
80
Layla's Castlefield
Castlefield, Manchester
Cafe
Whole venue
A beautiful open plan cafe with lots of natural lighting, rich textures and deep colours - accommodating approx 40 guests seated and 80 standing inside, and a further 40 seated outside as well.
Private Dining Room
from £250
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room
14
Hawksmoor Manchester
(5)
Manchester City Centre
Restaurant
Private space
A beautiful glass-doored room adjacent to the main restaurant. A long oval dining table fills the room, which can seat groups of 10-14, creating a memorable space for gatherings of friends, family and colleagues.
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Mark the Occasion in a Lovely Afternoon Tea Hotel

Private Room 3
from £100
per person / per session
Private Room 3
12
20
The Edwardian Manchester
(19)
Manchester City Centre
Boardroom in a Hotel
Private space
Hold your next company function in Private Room 3 at The Edwardian Manchester, a Radisson Collection Hotel. The modern structure of this meeting room venue provides a classic setting for a successful conference or a classy
The Library
from £500
hire fee / per session
The Library
18
30
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - Piccadilly
(17)
Manchester City Centre
Dining Room in a Hotel
Semi-private area
R
Rahul C.
“The hotel stands to its brand value.”
Meeting Room 6
from £600
hire fee / per session
Meeting Room 6
35
30
The Lowry Hotel
(5)
Manchester City Centre
Hotel
Private space
Looking for a contemporary meeting space in Manchester? Look no further than Meeting Room 6 at The Lowry Hotel. This stunning area features expansive windows that allow ample natural light to flood the space and can host
SITU
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
SITU
130
200
The Alan
(26)
Chinatown, Manchester
Event Space in a Hotel
Private space
B
Bobby R.
“Fast responses to all questions which was great as I was booking very late.”
International Suite
from £6500
hire fee / per day
International Suite
800
1000
Mercure Manchester Piccadilly
(46)
Manchester City Centre
Ballroom in a Hotel
Private space
The international suite is set within the iconic Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel. We can offer one of the largest suites in the North West, easily accommodating 800 people for a theatre-style conference or 650 people
101 Bar And Brasserie
from £35
per person / per afternoon
101 Bar And Brasserie
40
45
Townhouse Manchester
(47)
Manchester City Centre
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Restaurant in a Hotel
Private space
Set in the heart of Manchester’s city centre on the historic Portland Street thoroughfare, The Townhouse Hotel boasts 85 spacious bedrooms and a history dating back centuries.
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Host a Memorable Afternoon Tea in One of Manchester’s Charming Restaurants

Whole Venue
from £23
per person / per session
Whole Venue
75
120
Crazy Wendy's Thai Restaurant & Bar
(1)
Manchester
Restaurant
Whole venue
A
Angus R.
“Had a do here for my 30th and booked out the whole restaurant.”
First floor
from £20
minimum spend / per session
First floor
60
70
Maki & Ramen
Northern Quarter, Manchester
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Maki & Ramen is located in Manchester’s Northern Quarter and offers a private event space across two floors of the restaurant. Groups can hire one entire floor, which seats up to 60 guests and includes its own private bar.
Lock 84 Bar & Restaurant
from £1000
hire fee / per day
Lock 84 Bar & Restaurant
80
160
The Reach at Piccadilly Manchester
(1)
Manchester City Centre
Hotel
Semi-private area
Lock 84 restaurant is situated with views of Lock 84 on the Rochdale canal, part of the ‘Rochdale Nine’ and is led by Executive Chef Chris Hall and his team.
Stage Area
from £45
per person / per session
Stage Area
40
50
Gaucho Manchester
(19)
Manchester City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Whether it's a celebratory dinner or a weekday lunch, our steak restaurant in Manchester is the perfect spot. On weekends, the restaurant transforms into a buzzing social hub, hosting DJ-hosted brunches, a lively cocktail
Masons Restaurant Bar
from £500
hire fee / per hour
Masons Restaurant Bar
60
80
Masons Restaurant Bar
(4)
Manchester City Centre
Restaurant
Whole venue
You’ll notice a few things about Masons that sets us apart from other restaurants in Manchester. We know it’s easy to be bamboozled by flowery language on restaurant menus.
Full Venue Hire
from £5000
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
125
150
Hawksmoor Manchester
(5)
Manchester City Centre
Restaurant
Whole venue
The whole venue hire includes the main restaurant, bar and private dining space - seated capacity is 125 guest. The menu in our restaurant features the very best dry-aged beef, sustainable seafood and seasonal farm produce
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Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in Manchester

FAQs about Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in Manchester

Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £1000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data from April 2026:

Prices of afternoon tea venues in Manchester
From £500 to £1500 minimum spend per event
From £35 to £65 per person
From £400 to £750 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated April 2026), the best options include:

  • The Salvation Bar at voco Manchester in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.8/5
    Our user said: ‘The voco team in Manchester were truly the best.’

  • Private Bar at BLVD Manchester in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.8/5
    Our user said: ‘The room was set up nice and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Highly recommend for any event.’

  • The Root at Banyan Corn Exchange in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.7/5
    Our user said: ‘The room itself is lovely and was a good size for a smaller event...’

You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Manchester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (April 2026):

Small up to 35 guests prices average £400 hire fee per event
Medium between 50 and 80 guests prices average £1000 minimum spend per event
Large over 90 guests prices average £1000 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • International Suite at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly on Portland Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Venue said: The international suite is set within the iconic Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel. We can offer one of the largest suites in the North West, easily accommodating 800 people for a theatre-style conference or 650 people...
  • SITU at The Alan on 18 Princess Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘Excellent communication and open to accommodating our needs...’
  • The Salvation Bar at voco Manchester on 59 Portland Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘The voco team in Manchester were truly the best.’

In Manchester, your choices for an afternoon tea venue echo the city's diverse character. With its bohemian vibe, the Northern Quarter is dotted with chic cafés perfect for a trendy tea experience. For those seeking something bigger, the opulent settings of Spinningfields offer establishments that merge traditional British tea with sophistication. Deansgate is another ideal spot, known for its upscale eateries and vintage charm, providing an atmospheric backdrop for your tea event. Meanwhile, Didsbury caters to those preferring a quieter, village-like setting with its cosy tearooms.


As you navigate the heart of Manchester, you'll discover that each area brings its own special vibe to the time-honoured tradition of afternoon tea. Dive deeper into our listings to uncover hidden gems across these iconic locations.

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