The Outside at Escape To Freight Island

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

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

We can consider bookings based on minimum spend, price per person, hire and a combination of these. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements in more detail to allow us to offer you a bespoke quote based upon your exact requirements. Fees quoted are examples and subject to numbers in attendance.

Tuesday

9:00 – 0:00

from £5000 hire fee + min. spend

Per session

9:00 – 0:00

from £5000 + £5000

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

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

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

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

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

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Capacity

Standing

up to 450

Dining

up to 300

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Air conditioning

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Host rules

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

About Escape To Freight Island

In the heart of the depot, Mayfield. Among the historical industrial architecture lies a cultural hub of food, drink & entertainment. multi-vendor, multifaceted & multidimensional: where people meet to form new memories & explore new possibilities.

With spaces available for 30 to 3000, Freight Island is the perfect venue for all events from intimate team meetings to large-scale conferences, celebrations, and product launches. We are only limited by our imaginations with versatile spaces that deliver the wow factor.

Boasting facilities that include multiple award-winning food and drink outlets, staging, full technical integrations, giant LED screens, indoor and outdoor options, entertainment, and a stunning industrial backdrop - Freight Island offers unlimited possibilities for events that are unrivaled in Manchester City Centre.

Benefiting from excellent transport links, Freight Island is easily accessible by car, train, tram, bus, and plane. In addition to rail links on the venue’s doorstep with Picadilly Station, less than 5 minutes walk away. It is less than half an hour’s drive from Manchester International Airport and well-connected to major roads linking Manchester with the North and South.

We look forward to the possibility of working together to make your next events an extraordinary success!