Birthday Party Venues for Hire in Northern Quarter, Manchester

Booking costs of birthday party venues average £1100 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 Northern Quarter, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• The Wayfarer at The Wayfarer in Northern Quarter - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue was perfect for my 30th birthday party!’

• The Basement at The Whiskey Jar in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I hosted my 30th birthday here and had such a good time.’

• Lost Weekend Basement Bar at The Shack NQ in Northern Quarter - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Easy communication, great location. Excellent space for a medium sized party.’

You'll find birthday party 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 Northern Quarter, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for birthday party venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller birthday party venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Northern Quarter, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Dining Room at The Bay Horse Tavern, rated 5/5 - dining room for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘Staff in the venue were super helpful and attentive.’

• The Library at The Rose and Monkey, rated 5/5 - function room for 20 guests
  Venue said: Casual adaptable lounge space, perfect for small gatherings, reading groups and meetings. Access to a fridge, projector and wireless speaker. Seating for 15.

• The Loft at The Morris - event space for 40 guests
  Venue said: There’s a bar, a solid sound system, and space for around 40 people. You can also bring food in through our regular partners.

Cheap birthday party venues in Northern Quarter start from £300 minimum spend per event or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Wayfarer at The Wayfarer, from £300 minimum spend per event (up to 80 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The happy hour from 6-9 was great value and we ordered pizzas for everyone which worked really well.’

• Coconut Cabana at Tiki Hideaway Manchester, from £10 per person (up to 40 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Heather was very helpful and responsive throughout the booking and right up until the day itself.’

• Photo & Dance & Event Space at Studio Bee Photography Studio, from £180 hire fee per day (up to 80 guests standing)
  Venue said: On Saturdays, it becomes an affordable private hire space for parties, featuring a spacious layout and optional licensed bar. Ideal for both professional shoots and private events, Studio Bee offers flexibility and value.