Victorian Galleries at Manchester Art Gallery

  51 reviews  – 
Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3JL
Deansgate

About this space

The lavish Victorian and Pre-Raphaelite Galleries are versatile and an unparalleled event space in Manchester. An array of highly detailed, gloriously colourful paintings, designs and crafts are displayed within these stunning galleries.

The perfect location for pre dinner drinks or private drinks receptions for up to 300 guests.

You may now also dine in Galleries 9 and 10. A truly unique setting, with a capacity to seat up to 80.

Guests may also enjoy a guided tour of the vast collections and diverse temporary exhibitions.


Prices

Monday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.
Additional hours from 10pm until 1am are also available to book @ £450.00 per hour + vat


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Tuesday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.
Additional hours from 10pm until 1am are also available to book @ £450.00 per hour + vat


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Wednesday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.
Additional hours from 10pm until 1am are also available to book @ £450.00 per hour + vat


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Thursday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.
Additional hours from 10pm until 1am are also available to book @ £450.00 per hour + vat


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Friday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.
Additional hours from 10pm until 1am are also available to book @ £450.00 per hour + vat


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Saturday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.
Additional hours from 10pm until 1am are also available to book @ £450.00 per hour + vat


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Sunday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.
Additional hours from 10pm until 1am are also available to book @ £450.00 per hour + vat


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat

Capacity

Standing
up to 300
Dining
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
Approved caterers only
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Evening hire is generally from 6pm with access to set up from 5pm once the gallery closes
Hire is available until 1am
We are located approx one mile from Piccadilly train station and the nearest tram stop is just across the road at St Peters Square.
We don't have on site parking but we do have a 20% discount at a local NCP
We can help make recommendations for suppliers, from hotels to entertainment, equipment to event planners.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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About Manchester Art Gallery

Beautiful architecture. Light filled spaces. Home to one of the country's finest collections of art, design and fashion.

Manchester Art Gallery is an inspired choice for private events, weddings, business meetings, networking sessions and conferences.

Located in the heart of the city centre, the gallery provides a perfect backdrop to extraordinary events.

With facilities ranging from a purpose built lecture room to on-site catering, and with our team ready to tailor packages to suit your needs, hosting your event at Manchester Art Gallery is hassle free.

All our catering is in-house and our menus have been created by our award-winning chef Mary-Ellen McTague. Mary-Ellen is best known for her restaurant, Aumbry, as well as working in Michelin-starred kitchens.


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