Bar at Billingtons

Bar in an Event Venue
·
Private space
3 Ascroft Street, Greater Manchester, OL1 1HY
Oldham Town Centre

About this space

Bar in Billingtons is a lounge-style private bar area defined by a compact, informal layout and a traditional parlour character.

Design: The bar pairs dark wood panelling and patterned wallpaper with wood-effect flooring, low leather sofas and mixed wooden chairs under soft overhead lighting for a compact, traditional-parlour look.

Features: A licensed bar counter serves drinks on-site. Seating is arranged in small clusters around low and dining-height tables. The space has a step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, social space for seated conversation or informal standing drinks.

What sets it apart: An in-house PA system plus permission to play your own music allows hosts to control the soundtrack for private events.

What guests say: The bar has a handsome, well‑furnished interior and polite, attentive staff, and the seating is comfortable for coffee and conversation.


Prices

Monday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
10:00 – 16:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £300 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
10:00 – 16:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £300 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
10:00 – 16:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £300 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 16:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £300 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 40
Dining
up to 25

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 23:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

Billingtons – Venue House Rules
• This is a no smoking or vaping venue. Smoking or vaping is not permitted anywhere inside the building, including entrance areas and toilets.
• No illegal drugs are permitted on the premises.
• Alcohol must not be brought into the venue for consumption. All drinks must be purchased on-site unless agreed in advance in writing.
No talc, powders or similar substances are allowed on the dancefloor or anywhere in the venue, as these create a slip hazard.
We kindly ask that all décor and personal items are removed by 11:00am the following day.
Any items left beyond this time may incur a £50 per day fee to cover storage and handling.
Any damage to the venue, fixtures, fittings or equipment may result in an additional charge to the event organiser.
• Children must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.
• Guests are expected to treat staff and other attendees with respect. Abusive or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated.
• Fire exits must be kept clear at all times, and no decorations or equipment may block exits.
• The organiser is responsible for ensuring guests follow these house rules throughout the event.
• The venue reserves the right to refuse entry or ask guests to leave if behaviour is unsafe or in breach of these rules.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

Show cancellation details

About Billingtons

Billingtons is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


Other spaces and event packages at this venue


Location

Location map

Meet your host

Billingtons Oldham
Member of Tagvenue since November 2025
4h Response time
95% Response rate

Contact venue managers directly on Tagvenue. Keep all event communication on the platform for a secure, seamless booking.