Podcast Studios for Hire in Manchester

In Manchester, prices of podcast studios average £65 hire fee per hour. The cost depends on capacity, location, and equipment available. Some spaces may offer lower prices on certain days of the week, so make sure to keep an eye out for discounted options. You can find options that offer packages with crew or professional gear, which can also affect the booking costs. Here's a breakdown of price ranges in Manchester on Tagvenue:

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

• Little Lounge at Beehive Lofts in Ancoats - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘The space and lighting are amazing. The host is responsive as well, loved it...’

• Meetings - Education Floor at Band on the Wall in Northern Quarter - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘She got us set up in the space and then left us to get on with it, which was perfect.’

• Large Infinity Cove Studio at SPOT 101 STUDIOS in Bradford - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘They have a lot of props to use. Very friendly staff. The space is versatile...’

These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Recording Studio at AStar Studios on Phoenix Close - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Astar Studios, located at St Georges House, 56 Peter St, Manchester, is a premier recording studio founded by international writer and producer Andy Ross.
• Manchester Podcast Studio at Outset Studio - Manchester on 57 Hilton Street F4U3, Fourways House - 0.4 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Was really helpful in getting us set up and record.’
• Podcast Studio at Deansgate Studios on 93-101 Bridge Street - 0.4 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘We booked an hour for £50 but they kindly let us stay a bit longer at no extra cost.’

Cheap podcast studios in Manchester start from £30 hire fee per hour or £400 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Studio at The Hit Stop, from £30 hire fee per hour (up to 6 guests standing)
  Venue said: This intimate recording studio can accommodate up to 6 people. The space features acoustic treatment, studio monitors, a MIDI keyboard, and a dedicated production workstation.

• Recording Studio at Red City Recordings, from £400 hire fee per day (up to 10 guests standing)
  Venue said: Whether crafting new tracks or fine-tuning compositions, Red City Recordings provides the ideal backdrop for musicians to bring their creative visions to life.

• Small Studio at Songwriting Recording Studio Manchester, from £30 hire fee per hour (up to 4 guests seated)
  Venue said: The area is equipped with top-notch recording equipment, including a variety of guitars, keyboards, and professional audio gear, offering a complete solution for producing high-quality sound.

Start your search for podcast studios in Manchester's city centre. The heart of the city contains several studios around the Northern Quarter and Spinningfields. Other options are found outside the central quarters, particularly to the north in neighbourhoods near Great Ancoats St around Bradford and Cheetham Hill. To the east, check for options in the riverside neighbourhood near the Quays. 

When hiring a studio, make sure that the room has been soundproofed with either paneling or foam blocks to ensure that you are capturing high-quality audio. You should also expect to find one or two microphones on booms or stands and headphones and a comfortable seating area because recording a podcast takes time! There should also be aboard capable of mixing the audio and recording on hand, such as a Rodecaster. Many studios offer an optional audio engineer, and if you can afford it, this can definitely ensure that your finished product is as good as it can be. Further considerations for your studio hire would be post-production services. While every studio will provide you with an audio file at the end of your session, there is quite a good bit of editing that will be required, so this can play a large part in your decision.