A hall in a bar with arched corrugated metal ceiling, large windows, and round tables with floral centerpieces at Barca.
A hall in a bar with floor-to-ceiling windows, round tables with floral centerpieces, and a corrugated metal ceiling at Barca.
A bar hall with a curved metal ceiling, hanging lights, round cocktail tables, and a lit bar counter at Barca.
A bar hall with a curved metal ceiling, banquet tables, and bench seating under round wall lights at Barca.

Arch 8 at Barca

Hall in a Bar
·
Private space
8 & 9 Catalan Square, Manchester, M3 4RU –
Castlefield, Manchester
Up to 50
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Arch 8 is a new and unique event space in the heart of Manchester offering panoramic views over Castlefield Canal Basin.

Arch 8 is the perfect space for unique events, including civil partnerships, weddings, baby showers, birthday/Xmas parties.

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Main menu
Christmas menu
Christmas menu

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

£375 hire fee
+ £3000 min. spend
Celebrate Christmas in Arch 8 with canal views and a buffet package featuring roast turkey, lasagne, risotto and desserts.
Christmas Buffet Menu – Arch 8
£24.95 per person
• Served buffet style

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

Wedding Offers

Host your wedding in Arch 8 with canal views and a hassle-free drinks bundle: 70cl house spirit plus two mixer jugs for sharing.
House Spirit & Mixers Package – Arch 8
£135 total
• One 70cl bottle of house spirit
• Two jugs of mixer
• Choice of Smirnoff, Gordons or Jack Daniels
• Option to upgrade to premium spirit

Prices

Monday
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
11:00 – 3:00
from £2500 min. spend
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 £200 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 3:00
from £200 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 3:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

Capacity

Standing
up to 150
Dining
up to 50

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
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Private Bar
Disco ball and lights
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
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

Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

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
No Temporary Event Notice (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

(38 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
CC
Cadija C.
Verified review
Graduation Party · 70 guests · July 2026
The staff, the venue the location everything was perfect
5.0
TP
Taiwo P.
Verified review
Party · 70 guests · June 2024
I got a free bus from the station and 6 stops later,dropped off at deansgate station and walked to the 'venue.
4.0
FD
Freya D.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0
C
Claire
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

Yes, clients can play their own music.

Yes, an external DJ needs to bring their own decks, cords to connect to the venue’s speaker system and any party lights.

Yes. In Arch No. 8, the DJ is placed at the end of the bar, and there is space for a small band.

Yes, the venue can accommodate additional seating.

No. The first-floor space and terrace are only available by stairs.

Barca is a #Supervenue

#Supervenue program is based on our customers' feedback and highlights venues that are most dedicated to providing outstanding hospitality, customer service and event experience. Read more
Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 98%

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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Location

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Meet your host

Alison Callaghan
Member of Tagvenue since August 2019
38 Reviews
4.2 Rating
1h Response time
92% Response rate

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