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Top Wake Venues in Manchester
Manchester knows how to celebrate a life well-lived, from the quiet elegance of Deansgate townhouses to the cosy familiarity of a local pub near Albert Square. Tagvenue’s funeral wake venues balance dignity with warmth, giving friends and family space to gather, reminisce, and share a toast to cherished memories. You bring the stories; we’ll find the space where they can be told. Manchester’s most comforting venues await.
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![The Studio at Gorilla in Manchester City Centre]()
from £1100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Studio
30 guestsGorillaManchester City CentreMMay J.
“I had 50 guests and it felt like a really good size still. Would definitely hire again, great value for money.” -
![Gallery at Manchester Hall in Manchester City Centre]()
from £500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityGallery
140 guestsManchester HallManchester City CentreOOlivia R.
“We used the space for a photoshoot and everything could not have been more perfect.” -
![The Goulburn Suite at Manchester Hall in Manchester City Centre]()
from £2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Goulburn Suite
350 guestsManchester HallManchester City CentreGGabby D.
“We had a lovely night and the venue looked amazing.” -
![Barker Room at The Metropolitan, West Didsbury in Manchester]()
from £50
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBarker Room
20 guestsThe Metropolitan, West DidsburyManchesterPPhill B.
“A great room in a busy pub on a Saturday night.” -
![The Goulburn Lodge at Manchester Hall in Manchester City Centre]()
from £800
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Goulburn Lodge
150 guestsManchester HallManchester City CentreDDara S.
“I would 100% recommend this venue for any event — and in fact, I already have.” -
![Victoria Suite at Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel in Castlefield, Manchester]()
from £750
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityVictoria Suite
60 guestsMarriott Victoria & Albert HotelCastlefield, ManchesterBBen R.
“The venue internally was beautiful, the service on the night was very good and overall value was great too.” -
![Halle Suite at The Edwardian Manchester in Manchester City Centre]()
from £100
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityHalle Suite
400 guestsThe Edwardian ManchesterManchester City CentreHalle Suite is Manchester's largest venue with natural daylight. Room is equipped with air conditioning, the latest technology, complimentary Wi-Fi and dedicated event managers are there to ensure the success of your event. -
![Event Venue at Crystal Suite in Manchester]()
from £2000
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450 guestsCrystal SuiteManchesterThe space itself is well set up. You’ve got elegant interiors, roomy halls, and modern equipment already in place, so it can handle smaller gatherings or larger events. -
![Carole Nash Hall at Stoller Hall in Manchester City Centre]()
from £3000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityCarole Nash Hall
140 guestsStoller HallManchester City CentreCarole Nash Hall is a flexible, intimate space for smaller scale performances, presentations, or for breakout sessions from events in Stoller Hall and Oglesby Atrium. -
![Private Room 4 at The Edwardian Manchester in Manchester City Centre]()
from £100
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room 4
80 guestsThe Edwardian ManchesterManchester City CentreModern luxury and style in Manchester's historic Free Trade Hall with elegant rooms and suites, free high-speed Wi-Fi on unlimited devices, luxurious spa and large swimming pool. -
![Pioneer Room at Manchester Conference Centre & Pendulum Hotel in Manchester City Centre]()
from £650
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPioneer Room
220 guestsManchester Conference Centre & Pendulum HotelManchester City Centre
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The Pioneer Room is the largest of our rooms with a floor area of 350 square meters, natural daylight with direct access to the courtyard. The Pioneer Room is an ideal space for large conferences, banqueting, formal dinners, -
![John Logie Baird Suite&Atrium at Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel in Castlefield, Manchester]()
from £350
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityJohn Logie Baird Suite&Atrium
290 guestsMarriott Victoria & Albert HotelCastlefield, ManchesterThe John Logie Baird Suite is a spacious and highly adaptable venue that can be combined with The Atrium - a delightful venue that is flooded with natural daylight and is ideal for pre-dinner socials, conference breaks, and
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FAQs about Top Wake Venues in Manchester
Booking costs of funeral wake venues average £40 per person. 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 June 2026:
| From £30 | to £45 | per person |
| From £1000 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £500 | to £2500 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
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The Studio at Gorilla in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Would definitely hire again, great value for money.’ -
Gallery at Manchester Hall in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I would 100% recommend this venue for any event — and in fact, I already have.’ -
Barker Room at The Metropolitan, West Didsbury in Manchester - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Informed when food would have to be removed, given ample containers to take away left over food if required.’
You'll find funeral wake 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 (June 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Portland at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly
on Portland Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Whether you're planning a business meeting or a special celebration, the Portland Room at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly offers a stylish and convenient venue in the heart of the city. -
Gallery 16 at Manchester Art Gallery
on Mosley Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Fantastic service and organisation. Lovely space for our work party and meal.’ -
The Vine Inn at The Vine Inn
on 42-44 Kennedy Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘My other friends said they would book it In the future.’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for funeral wake venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £1500 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 200 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £750 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 90 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 15 and 30 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 15 and 80 guests |
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