Warehouse space with built-in catwalk? A restaurant with skyline views and a bar that turns into a dancefloor? Salford brings the goods for birthday celebrations with imagination. The range here covers everything from minimalist studios for DIY themes to fully dressed lounges for milestone moments. Want to host a surprise dinner in a boutique suite? Planning a high-energy party with DJs and immersive décor? You’ll find spaces here that support it all—kids’ birthdays, big 5-0s, creative 21sts, or a quiet get-together that’s all about the cake. Bonus? You’re just a stone’s throw from Manchester city centre for post-party antics. Scroll on to discover Salford’s top birthday party venues.
Booking costs of birthday party venues average £700 hire fee 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 Salford, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £600 | to £1500 | hire fee per event |
| From £50 | to £100 | hire fee per hour |
| From £15 | to £25 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Seven Bro7hers Brewery Tap at SEVEN BRO7HERS BREWERY Tap Room
in Salford - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Very unique venue, highly recommend.’
The Bar at fivefourstudios
in Salford - rated 5/5
Venue said: With seating for up to 30 people and room to cater for more, the opulent styling and eclectic furniture make the bar a great option for location shoots as well as meetings, parties and events.
Ballroom 2 at The Lowry Hotel
in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: See the city get to work while you do. Floor to ceiling windows makes this room spacious and airy. Electronic blackout blinds, a pull-down screen, and ceiling mounted projector give you all the functionality you need.
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 Salford, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £60 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £66 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average £120 hire fee per hour |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for birthday party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £900 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Meeting Room | prices average £700 hire fee per event | typically between 15 and 25 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £60 hire fee per hour | typically between 80 and 150 guests |
| Winery / Brewery | prices average £50 hire fee per hour | typically between 35 and 100 guests |
Smaller birthday party venues usually fit up to 35 guests standing. Here are some great options in Salford, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Bar & Cafe at The Empty Space, rated 4.4/5 - lounge for 25 guests
Venue said: The Empty Space is a unique and custom-built theatre space, housed in an old industrial unit just five minutes from the main studio block at MediaCity.
Meeting Room at The View Bar and Restaurant, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 23 guests
Venue said: A unique setting to enjoy freshly prepared dishes from an inventive menu. The restaurant and bar space overlooks the city centre skyline in one direction and our world class Action Sports facilities in the other, they can...
Mezzanine Bar at Salford Distillery - event space for 35 guests
Venue said: The space can accommodate up to 35 guests seated, making it ideal for smaller celebrations, private gatherings, team events and corporate meetings. For meetings and presentations, a projector can be included on request.
Cheap birthday party venues in Salford start from £10 per person or £600 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The View Bar & Restaurant at Graystone Action Sports, from £10 per person
(up to 80 guests seated)
Venue said: Welcome to Graystone Action Sports, Manchester’s most unique and exciting event space. Housed inside our world-class action sports facility, Graystone offers an amazing setting for private functions, team-building days, corporate...
Studio Two at fivefourstudios, from £600 hire fee per day
(up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: This studio is perfect for meetings & workshops, or it can be linked with studio one via the double barn-doors to create a space of over 300m² for larger events.
Cinema at Grub on the 7th, from £250 minimum spend per event
(up to 26 guests seated)
Venue said: Our purpose built Cinema Room at GRUB on the 7th offers a unique and intimate setting for private screenings, presentations, small gatherings, and hosted events in the heart of MediaCity.
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