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Christmas Party offer

The Hucknall Suite at Barca

Function Room in a Bar
·
Private space
8 & 9 Catalan Square, Manchester, M3 4RU –
Castlefield, Manchester
Up to 40
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Hucknall Suite is a Function Room in Barca centred on a large built-in bar counter that anchors an open, adaptable event space.

Design: The suite presents a contemporary, utilitarian finish: low-profile ceiling with recessed lighting, carpeted floors and neutral pale walls that keep the room understated and adaptable.

Features: The space includes a cleared dancefloor area, air conditioning and venue Wi‑Fi. The room receives direct natural light from large windows and provides step-free guest access, wheelchair-accessible circulation and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Social groups seeking a relaxed, music-friendly standing reception or an informal evening with space for dancing.

What sets it apart: A permanently installed PA system and a policy permitting external DJs provide in-room sound and DJ flexibility.

What guests say: The suite is stylish and includes a balcony that increases natural light and provides outdoor access.

Usually booked for

Meeting

Typically for 30-40 guests and costs about £400.

"The room was tidy and well presented. The venue hire was very good value for what it was."

- Chris D. Jul 2026

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Christmas menu

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas in The Hucknall Suite with a buffet-style festive menu; private bar and Castlefield views set the scene.

Christmas Menu (Buffet) – The Hucknall Suite
£24.95 per person

• Served buffet style

MENU
1. Roast turkey, stuffing with gravy and vegetables
2. Chicken curry served with basmati rice
3. Lasagne with garlic bread
4. Mushroom risotto (V, GF, CBVE)
5. Arancini rice balls (mushroom or ragu)
6. Mini prawn cocktails
7. Fritellie
8. Mini margheritas with rocket garnish
9. Christmas pudding
10. Tiramisu (V)

Meeting Offers

£250 hire fee

Run your meeting in The Hucknall Suite with a sandwich lunch - choose 4 items, served with crisps.

Meeting Sandwich Menu – The Hucknall Suite
£16.95 per person

• Choose 4 sandwich items
• Served with crisps

SANDWICHES
1. Ham, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese
2. Tuna Mayonnaise
3. Egg & Watercress
4. Cheddar Cheese & Spring Onion
5. Coronation Chicken
6. Prawn Cocktail
7. Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese

Prices

Monday
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
11:00 – 3:00
from £400 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 3:00
from £400 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 3:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
11:00 – 3:00
from £400 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 3:00
from £400 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 3:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 100
  • Dining
    up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Italian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Pull-down projector screen
  • Private bar
  • Pool Table
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • 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
  • Unavailable: 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
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 21:00

Host rules

Outside balcony available until 9.30pm
No outside catering
No smoking or vaping
No external speakers
Fees apply for late arrivals
Fees apply for damages
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(39 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

CD
Chris D.
Verified review
Meeting · 35 guests · July 2026

The host was friendly and helpful, helping with the equipment to ensure we could use it. The room was spacious and suitable for the people, with drinks topped us as required, as well as the food we had ordered was available upon arrival as we had hoped for. The room was tidy and well presented. The venue hire was very good value for what it was.

N/A

5.0
PW
Paul W.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

No, The Snug can only play the main Barca playlist, although later in the evening the manager may be able to change the playlist to suit the preferred style of music.

External DJs must bring their own decks but can plug into the venue’s DJ system.

Yes, a cabaret layout can be accommodated.

The outdoor area cannot be viewed by video, but visitors are welcome to come to the venue and view the space.

All ground-floor areas and rooms are wheelchair accessible. First-floor rooms are accessible by stairs only.

Barca is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within a couple of hours
Response rate: 99%

About Barca

Barca is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Meet your host

Alison Callaghan
Member of Tagvenue since August 2019
39 Reviews
4.2 Rating
1h Response time
93% Response rate

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