Exclusive Venue Hire at The Stables

Event Venue
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Whole venue
18 Lower Byrom Street, Manchester, M3 4AP –
Castlefield, Manchester

About this space

The Stables is a converted industrial event venue whose defining quality is a broad single-space layout that keeps all activity under one roof.

Design: The interior combines exposed red brick walls, high timber rooflines and large industrial windows that admit warm natural light, producing a practical warehouse aesthetic.

Features: Wi‑Fi and air conditioning are provided. A PA system and a cleared dancefloor area are installed. Step-free guest entrance and wheelchair‑accessible toilets are available.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a lively, social reception or an informal seated supper where the layout keeps everyone together.

What sets it apart: An unrestricted sound setup allows loud live music and DJ sets without a venue noise limiter.

What guests say: The venue's event team is attentive and responsive, providing smooth on-the-day management. The space is characterful and straightforward to set up and clear after events.


Offers and packages

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Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

£1000 hire fee
+ £4000 min. spend

Host your 2025 festive gathering at The Stables, the ideal venue for events of 40 guests up to 200 guests.
From cozy get-togethers to extravagant celebrations, The Stables is a flexible event space designed to meet your unique needs. Whether you're planning a Christmas party, a festive pop up, a live music event or a winter gathering, our venue features ample room for a stage or dance floor, ensuring a flawless event.

For any bookings confirmed before the end of July, we offer a complimentary prosecco drink reception for any event with over 80 guests.

Please note, minimum spend and hire fee are subject to day of the week.

Christmas Dinner (Up to 110 Guests)
£45 per person

STARTERS
1. Prawn roll, made with king prawns, togarashi seasoning, shallots and cucumber, yuzu-mayonnaise, soft brioche roll
2. Ham Hock terrine, fennel, orange, lambs lettuce, cornichons, toasted fig loaf (gf)
3. Roasted Aubergine on curried yogurt, crispy sage & pine nuts (ve,gf)

MAINS
1. Pork Belly with roasted carrots & parsnips, apple sauce, bone gravy
2. Turkey 'filet', garlic butter and rosemary, roasted carrots and parsnips, bone gravy
3. Roasted 'chicken' rosemary, roasted carrots & parsnip, gravy (ve)
4. Roasted salmon fillet, parsley, lemon and thyme roasts carrots and sorrel (gf)
For the tables to share - roasted sprouts and lardons, roasted potatoes, horseradish sauce, cranberry sauce

DESSERT
1. Mince Pie and brandy cream (v)
2. Sticky toffee pudding, salted toffee sauce and roasted pineapple, orange custard (ve)
3. Chocolate and cherry, coconut tart (ve,gf)

Corporate Hospitality Offers

£1000 hire fee
+ £4000 min. spend

An expansive industrial-style space in the heart of Manchester City centre. The Stables offers a versatile setting that can be tailored to your unique needs. The venue can accommodate up to 120 guests seated and 200 standing, making it ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger conferences and corporate events.

LUNCH PLATTER
£11.95 per person

A selection of our favourite fresh sandwiches, a mix of baguettes and thick sliced bread, our seasonal salads and a selection of Pipers crisps.
£11.95 per person minimum 10 people

Hot Canapé Menu
£3.50 total

Deep fried duck Gyoza, kewpie mayo
Onion pakora with mango chutney (ve)
Spicy sesame vegan spicy tofoo skewer (ve, gf)
Goats cheese, truffle, caramelised onion arancini (v)
Spicy paneer bites, with yogurt

* £3.5 per Canapé per person

LOADED FOCACCIA PIZZA MENU
£12 per person

Served on Half Dozen other artisan focaccia, loaded
focaccia slices, with portion pots of hot honey.

- Serrano ham, marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese
- Basil pesto and mozzarella cheese (nut-free)
- Mushroom marinara with truffle oil (ve)

Focaccia's served with fennel, apple slaw with fresh parsley and
lemon.

ADD-ONS 2.5 per person:
+ Smoked feta and watermelon salad
+ Yum Yum Donuts
+ Strawberries and cream
+ Salted caramel brownie (ve)

Wedding Offers

Host your wedding at The Stables with a 3-course dining package, served in an industrial space with room for a dance floor.

Wedding 3-Course Dining Package – Exclusive Venue Hire (Up to 60 Guests)
£68 per person

• Three-course set dining menu
• Available for up to 60 guests

STARTERS
1. Salmon Ceviche
2. Grilled Aubergine
3. Sticky Miso Pork Belly Skewers

MAINS
1. Roasted Chicken Supreme
2. Daube of Beef
3. Celeriac 'Steak'

DESSERTS
1. Strawberry Cheesecake
2. Chocolate Brownie
3. Sticky Toffee Pudding

Meeting Offers

Run your meeting in this industrial space with a 3-course seated menu included, keeping catering sorted so you can focus.

3 Course Dining Menu – Exclusive Venue Hire (Up to 60 Guests)
£68 per person

• Three-course seated dining menu
• Mains served with herbed new potatoes and hispi cabbage

STARTERS
1. Salmon Ceviche
2. Grilled Aubergine
3. Sticky Miso Pork Belly Skewers

MAINS
1. Roasted Chicken Supreme
2. Daube of Beef
3. Celeriac 'Steak'

DESSERTS
1. Strawberry Cheesecake
2. Chocolate Brownie
3. Sticky Toffee Pudding


Prices

Monday
8:00 – 0:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £4000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £4000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £4000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £2000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £6000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £2000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £6000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2000 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £2000 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 0:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 0:00
from £4000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 200
  • Dining
    up to 110

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • 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
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Self-contained bar and kitchen
  • Vaulted beamed ceiling
  • Heritage building, previously part of Old Granada Studios
  • Food, beverage and front-of-house team
  • Security team for large-scale events
  • Canapés, set course menus and buffet style menus available
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • 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 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

Host rules

Contract to be signed to confirm your booking.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(19 reviews and ratings - )

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

SH
Saffron H.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 90 guests · December 2024

The team went above and beyond to make this event great - from Charlie organising with me to everyone that worked on the day everything was seamless, easy and great! The food was really incredible Drinks were lovely and the staff all night were fab We 100% will be booking again for our event next year!

Nothing!

5.0
KM
Kate M.
Verified review
Bar · 45 guests · July 2023
5.0
ML
Merridith L.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
PC
Pauline C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

No, entertainment packages are not provided; entertainment must be arranged independently.

Yes, there is space for minimal decorations.

Only a small space of tarmac outside the venue can be used, up until the Citroen van. The majority must remain clear for cars to get around the car park, although a few small games should be acceptable.

No, there would not be enough room to accommodate theatre-style seating plus round or trestle tables for dining.


About The Stables

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Meet your host

Charlie Williams
Member of Tagvenue since November 2021
19 Reviews
5 Rating
1h Response time
75% Response rate

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