An event space in a nightclub with a red curtained stage, disco ball, and wooden floors at Deaf Institute.

The Lodge at Deaf Institute

Event Space in a Nightclub
·
Private space
135 Grosvenor Street, Manchester, M1 7HE –
Ardwick, Manchester
Up to 80
seats
Up to 130
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Lodge is our main ground-floor space available for exclusive hire, which has been newly renovated to house a stage and tiered seating.

This space is filled with characteristic decor and is perfect for a private party, filming, business events, comedy
nights or a small wedding reception.

Fit with its own private bar, PA and lighting system, and a private smoking area, it’s perfect for any event!

Event offers and packages

Wedding Offers

Wedding Ceremony & Reception
£3840 total
Full use of our venue, including all three floors and our Green Room, with the venue closed to the public.
Full use of our PA and lighting system, including DJ and live sound equipment.
Staffing costs, covering bar staff, duty managers, security, and cleaners.

Additional costs:
Sound engineer - £16 per hour (minimum 5-hour callout)
Cloakroom - £10.42 per hour to staff
Wedding Reception
£2400 total
Wedding Ceremony
£1800 total

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
8:00 – 3:00
from £100 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
8:00 – 3:00
from £100 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 130
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 80
Classroom
up to 60

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 3:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Storage space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
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: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
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
Wedding licence available
Temporary event notices available

Reviews and ratings

(9 reviews and ratings - )

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RP
Reema P.
Verified review
Wedding · 55 guests · May 2025
Super amazing and helpful all throughout planning. Loved the chill vibes and made our wedding day perfect :)
5.0
OK
Olayinka K.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Deaf Institute

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