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Bar at North Bar Circle Square

Bar
·
Private space
2 Symphony Square, Nobel Way, Manchester, M1 7FT –
Manchester City Centre
Up to 80
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Bar is a Bar in North Bar Circle Square and a contemporary taproom centred on craft beer alongside an extensive alcohol‑free drinks menu.

Design: The interior is industrial‑modern, with exposed ductwork, concrete floor and timber‑topped communal tables. The layout uses high stools, linear ceiling lighting and large windows that admit natural light.

Features: The space has a long central communal table, counter seating and a serviced bar with multiple draught lines and a cocktail station. The taproom includes a kitchen counter serving bao‑style small plates, a PA system and Wi‑Fi. The room also provides air conditioning, step‑free entry, accessible toilets and access to outdoor seating.

Ideal for: Groups looking for a relaxed, social gathering that works as a standing reception or a casual seated meal around communal tables.

What guests say: The bar has a relaxed, social vibe. The staff are friendly, adaptable and attentive to dietary needs.

Prices

Monday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 100
  • Dining
    up to 80
  • U-Shaped
    up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Asian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Restroom
  • 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

  • Own music not allowed
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
  • No wedding licence

Host rules

- No smoking inside
- On-site catering only
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(6 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

TM
Toni M.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
CM
Charlotte M.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
SL
Sarah L.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
LH
Laura H.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About North Bar Circle Square

North Bar Circle Square is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Location

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Meet your host

Circle Square
Member of Tagvenue since April 2024
6 Reviews
4.3 Rating
6h Response time
79% Response rate

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