Association Room at Chetham's Library

Event Space in a Library · Private space

  1 review  – 
Long Millgate, Manchester, M3 1SB
City Centre, Manchester

About this space

The Association Room originally housed the kitchens of Chetham’s Hospital School and retains fascinating features from its historical role.

The old kitchens were converted as recently as 1969 when Chetham’s was transformed into a Music School. An impressive double-storey space, it is ideal for seminars, meetings or dining, with an adjacent kitchen ensuring that fresh, hot food and refreshments can be provided to guests throughout the day.

The Association Room is a flexible, fascinating space full of historical interest, perfect as a venue in its own right or as a breakout from larger gatherings in the Baronial Hall.


Prices

Monday
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Each session cost is based on a 10 hour hire period. Additional hours can be added on a pro-rata basis.
Additional rooms can be hired for the same period of time or for part of the hire period (subject to availability).
Tea, coffee, and biscuits available from £2.50+VAT per person
Reception drinks packages available from £5+VAT per person

Breakfast buffets available from £7+VAT per person
Buffets available from £11.50+VAT per person
Seated dining available from £17+VAT per person
Canapés from £10.50+VAT per person
Tuesday
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Each session cost is based on a 10 hour hire period. Additional hours can be added on a pro-rata basis.
Additional rooms can be hired for the same period of time or for part of the hire period (subject to availability).
Tea, coffee, and biscuits available from £2.50+VAT per person
Reception drinks packages available from £5+VAT per person

Breakfast buffets available from £7+VAT per person
Buffets available from £11.50+VAT per person
Seated dining available from £17+VAT per person
Canapés from £10.50+VAT per person
Wednesday
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Each session cost is based on a 10 hour hire period. Additional hours can be added on a pro-rata basis.
Additional rooms can be hired for the same period of time or for part of the hire period (subject to availability).
Tea, coffee, and biscuits available from £2.50+VAT per person
Reception drinks packages available from £5+VAT per person

Breakfast buffets available from £7+VAT per person
Buffets available from £11.50+VAT per person
Seated dining available from £17+VAT per person
Canapés from £10.50+VAT per person
Thursday
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Each session cost is based on a 10 hour hire period. Additional hours can be added on a pro-rata basis.
Additional rooms can be hired for the same period of time or for part of the hire period (subject to availability).
Tea, coffee, and biscuits available from £2.50+VAT per person
Reception drinks packages available from £5+VAT per person

Breakfast buffets available from £7+VAT per person
Buffets available from £11.50+VAT per person
Seated dining available from £17+VAT per person
Canapés from £10.50+VAT per person
Friday
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Each session cost is based on a 10 hour hire period. Additional hours can be added on a pro-rata basis.
Additional rooms can be hired for the same period of time or for part of the hire period (subject to availability).
Tea, coffee, and biscuits available from £2.50+VAT per person
Reception drinks packages available from £5+VAT per person

Breakfast buffets available from £7+VAT per person
Buffets available from £11.50+VAT per person
Seated dining available from £17+VAT per person
Canapés from £10.50+VAT per person
Saturday
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Each session cost is based on a 10 hour hire period. Additional hours can be added on a pro-rata basis.
Additional rooms can be hired for the same period of time or for part of the hire period (subject to availability).
Tea, coffee, and biscuits available from £2.50+VAT per person
Reception drinks packages available from £5+VAT per person

Breakfast buffets available from £7+VAT per person
Buffets available from £11.50+VAT per person
Seated dining available from £17+VAT per person
Canapés from £10.50+VAT per person
Sunday
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 18:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Each session cost is based on a 10 hour hire period. Additional hours can be added on a pro-rata basis.
Additional rooms can be hired for the same period of time or for part of the hire period (subject to availability).
Tea, coffee, and biscuits available from £2.50+VAT per person
Reception drinks packages available from £5+VAT per person

Breakfast buffets available from £7+VAT per person
Buffets available from £11.50+VAT per person
Seated dining available from £17+VAT per person
Canapés from £10.50+VAT per person
Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 60
Dining
up to 45
Theatre
up to 50
Boardroom
up to 28
Cabaret
up to 24
U-Shaped
up to 10
Classroom
up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Storage space
Free parking is available on-site (4 spaces)
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Host rules

- No smoking allowed on site.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

Show cancellation details

Chetham’s is a unique and atmospheric location, ideal for events from seminars and meetings private dinners and concerts.

The grade I listed building dates to 1421 and is one of the oldest in Manchester, making it perfect for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts or those looking for somewhere unique. Our collection of books is used by researchers from around the world and we’re an accredited museum.

Located in the heart of Manchester in the city’s fascinating Medieval Quarter, we’re a short stroll away from rail and Metrolink connections at Victoria Station, and there are plenty of hotels, shops, restaurants, and other cultural attractions on our doorstep.


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