The Outside at Escape To Freight Island

Outdoor Space at an Event Venue
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Private space
11 Baring Street, Manchester, M1 2PZ
Manchester City Centre

About this space

Step into the vibrant atmosphere of "The Outside," an inspiring and flexible outdoor space nestled in the heart of the former train depot at Escape To Freight Island. This dynamic venue offers a unique industrial backdrop, complete with a bar, DJ box, and stage, setting the scene for live music and day-to-night celebrations.

With a capacity of 450, The Outside unfolds as a versatile canvas for various events, making it the ideal choice for festivals, summer parties, markets, record fairs, retail exhibitions, and even as a captivating filming location. The space encompasses a range of seating options, including a covered area, ensuring comfort in all weather conditions. On cooler evenings, the addition of heaters provides warmth, allowing guests to linger and enjoy the ambiance.

Our impressive outdoor space is a chameleon of possibilities, ready to be transformed into anything your imagination desires. Conjoining spaces offer a myriad of opportunities, from bustling markets and record fairs to stylish retail exhibitions and versatile filming locations. Escape To Freight Island invites you to explore the endless potential of "The Outside," where each event is an opportunity to create something truly extraordinary within this captivating industrial setting.


Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 + £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 + £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 + £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 + £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 + £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 + £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £5000 + £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 450
Dining
up to 300

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Projector
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Backdrops
Unavailable: Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
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
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

- No smoking in the building
- Additional fee will be charged for damages


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Meet your host

Abby-Leigh Caulfield
Member of Tagvenue since November 2023
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