Large Event Venues for Hire in Manchester

The cost of large event venues averages around £2000 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:

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

• Function Room at Powerleague Manchester Central in Ardwick - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘At every point of making our booking we have only had positive experiences when using this room.’

• Restaurant at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great area to hire out, helpful staff, tasty food and reasonably priced drinks.’

• SITU at The Alan in Chinatown - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Fast responses to all questions which was great as I was booking very late.’

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Senate at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly on Portland Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The location was great and the room was perfect for our needs.’
• Victorian Galleries at Manchester Art Gallery on Mosley Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The support from the events manager was excellent. The communication was excellent from the moment of enquiry.’
• The Hubs at King Street Townhouse on 10 Booth Street Manchester - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Booked the private room 'The Wine Cellar' for 14, all the staff I liaisoned with were so helpful.’

Finding a large venue in Manchester doesn't necessarily mean breaking the bank. You can discover some magnificent large venues with minimum spend pricing starting as low as around £500. However, if you're interested in a more exclusive experience, be prepared to see  prices ranging from around £1000 to £2000 for a minimum spend.

Hire fees vary quite a bit depending on the type of venue. A cosy bar or studio might have lower hire fees, even as low as around  £50 per hour, but for grander venues, fees can range from £250 to even £1800 per session. (All data from Tagvenue.)

Finding the ideal location to hold your next big event in Manchester might feel a bit like going on a treasure hunt. At the Great Northern Square, which is located directly at the intersection of Quay Street and Deansgate, you'll find an interesting collection of spacious venues, such as Dirty Martini Manchester.

If you're willing to venture a bit further, explore the neighbourhoods behind the Central Retail District, specifically the areas near the enchanting Cathedral Gardens. There, you'll stumble upon many versatile event venues, such as The Pitch Gallery at the National Football Museum, Kimpton Clocktower Manchester, and the remarkable Stoller Hall.