Really lovely venue and event space, very modern and clean. Communication with Athena was great! The food was amazing, and all the staff working on the night were lovely.
Top Networking Event Venues in Manchester
Manchester runs on big ideas and even bigger conversations. Here, you will find polished lounges in Spinningfields to creative studios in Ancoats and statement spaces near Deansgate, this is a city where deals get discussed over drinks and collaborations start with a handshake. Networking venues in Manchester give you the right setting for confident introductions, relaxed mingling and events that actually generate leads. Choose a space that keeps the atmosphere professional but never stiff and sets the tone for connections that last.
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from £240
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
150 guestsClockwise ManchesterManchester City Centre#Supervenue
EEmily A.
“Really lovely venue and event space, very modern and clean. Communication with Athena was great!” -
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityJohn Logie Baird Suite
250 guestsMarriott Victoria & Albert HotelCastlefield, ManchesterEEniko G.
“We had enough space and we were completely separated from other guests and other events.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availability235 Live
150 guestsManchester235Castlefield, ManchesterTTracy S.
“Great space, lovely staff. Everyone was very helpful. Justyna was fantastic! The food was wonderful too.” -
from £38
per person / per dayCheck availabilityEvent 1 + 2
80 guestsThe AlanChinatown, Manchester#Supervenue
GGeorgia R.
“Beautiful hotel with a great space for workshops and masterclasses” -
from £175
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityScreen 3
58 guestsEveryman Manchester St JohnsCastlefield, ManchesterXXenia B.
“I would happily book this venue again if our 2023 conference is held in Manchester.” -
from £42
per person / per dayCheck availabilityHacienda Suite
200 guestsHoliday Inn Manchester - City CentreManchester City CentreSShawn W.
“I would highly recommend this venue to others looking to host a business event.” -
from £114
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Workshop
70 guestsDepartment Bonded WarehouseCastlefield, Manchester#Supervenue
EEmily L.
“Lovely staff, good communication, great venue” -
from £950
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWork + Play 4 & 5
160 guestsMalmaison ManchesterManchester City Centre#Supervenue
LLynden U.
“Amazing venue with great staff, next event coming next year and will be doing it at the same room” -
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityStore Street Exchange
250 guestsDoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - PiccadillyManchester City CentreDDharini P.
“The venue is in a great location, lovely private room and excellent service from the whole team.” -
from £750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBusines Centre-Clocktower Rms
30 guestsKimpton Clocktower ManchesterManchester City CentreSSarah W.
“Fantastic venue, amazing staff” -
from £540
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityBox Gallery
80 guestsNational Football MuseumManchester City CentreEEmma G.
“Laurie and team were fantastic at helping us set up and organise our event. I would highly recommend.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityCorporate Party
60 guestsBe At One ManchesterManchester City CentreSStephen D.
“Great venue, great service, comfy seats. Communication with the venue was really easy. Will be back again!”
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FAQs about Top Networking Event Venues in Manchester
Prices of networking venues average around £1000 minimum spend per event. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £500 | and £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £450 | and £1000 | hire fee per day |
| Typically between £38 | and £55 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Event Space at Clockwise Manchester in Manchester City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Really lovely venue and event space, very modern and clean.’ -
235 Live at Manchester235 in Castlefield - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Justyna was fantastic! The food was wonderful too. We have suggested this venue to others already...’ -
Event 1 + 2 at The Alan in Chinatown - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘A great venue with a big space. The food options were really good and would definitely use the venue again.’
You'll find networking 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 (November 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 90 and 150 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £2200 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Hyde/Central/Victoria Park at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly
on Portland Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Nice, clean space with air con, TV and wifi.’ -
Mezzanine at Lucky Cat - Manchester
on 100 King Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Perfect for Networking Events, Corporate Events or any other type of events with large number of attendees. Please enquire with us today to find out more details. -
Corporate Reception at Manchester Art Gallery
on Mosley Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The bright glass atrium connects the old and the new buildings of Manchester Art Gallery, creating an impressive contemporary space filled with light. After hours, the Atrium transforms to become an exciting event space
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for networking venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £100 hire fee per hour | typically between 60 and 160 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £950 hire fee per day | typically between 70 and 160 guests |
| Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Meeting Room | prices average £600 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 80 guests |
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Evolve at The Studio Manchester, rated 4.7/5 - function room for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Great venue and location with excellent food.’ -
Bar at The Alan at The Alan, rated 4.8/5 - bar for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘the space. the warmth. the love and care...’ -
Communal Project Space at esea contemporary, rated 4.9/5 - creative space for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘The space we used was a great space for the party size.’
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235 Live at Manchester235, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Justyna was fantastic! The food was wonderful too. We have suggested this venue to others already...’ -
The Clarendon at St. James’s Club Manchester, from £60 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests standing)
Venue said: The Clarendon is a vintage-style office space featuring leather and wooden furniture, with enough room for up to 50 guests. It’s a fitting setting for networking events, product launches, celebratory gatherings, and tastings. -
Full venue hire at The Grosvenor, from £200 hire fee per day (up to 800 guests standing)
Venue said: As one of the largest event venues in Manchester, we know how to throw a memorable celebration, offering ready-made or customized drinks and dining packages to make your event special.
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