A dimly lit basement bar with round high tables, wooden stools, and a glowing backlit bar at The Whiskey Jar.

The Basement at The Whiskey Jar

Basement in a Bar
·
Private space
14 Tariff Street, Manchester, M1 2FF –
Northern Quarter, Manchester
Up to 175
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Whiskey Jar has undoubtedly become one of the Northern Quarter's favourite spots. This old textile mill has been beautifully restored with its upstairs bar playing host to a range of popular nights.

We now have a fully functioning, basement event space complete with bar, seating and sound system.

The space is ideal for private parties, corporate events, photoshoots, conferences, yoga classes, birthday parties, exhibitions etc. licensed up until 12am on a Thursday and 2 am on Friday and Saturday (terms and conditions apply).

Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas offer (Sunday-Thursday)
£2500 total
£500 hire fee. Min. bar spend £2,000 - if this is not made we charge another £250

* Max capacity 150.
* Festive tacos
* Fully stocked private bar, with draught and bottled beer, spirit mixers, and wines.
* Bespoke cocktail menu.
* Central to the Northern Quarter.
* Close to the station.
* Air conditioning.
* Ample seating.
* Room from 7 pm until 2.00 am

* Freestanding decorations only (no glitter or confetti) or anything stuck on the walls/tiles
Christmas Package (Friday & Saturday)
£3050 total
£550 hire fee. Min. bar spend £2,500 - if this is not made we charge another £250

* Max capacity 150.
* Festive tacos
* Fully stocked private bar, with draught and bottled beer, spirit mixers, and wines.
* Bespoke cocktail menu.
* Central to the Northern Quarter.
* Close to the station.
* Air conditioning.
* Ample seating.
* Room from 7 pm until 2.00 am

* Freestanding decorations only (no glitter or confetti) or anything stuck on the walls/tiles

Prices

Monday
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £200 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £200 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 2:00
from £250 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 4:00. All prices include VAT.

Capacity

Standing
up to 175

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 4:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Storage space
Mirrors
Private Bar
PA System
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
Unavailable: Parking available

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

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

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

no smoking / vaping

Reviews and ratings

(33 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
LM
Laura M.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 80 guests · February 2025
I had such a good night, the team were so lovely and helpful!
4.8
SR
Shelley R.
Verified review
Party · 70 guests · June 2023
Beautiful venue the barmen were great and we was looked after well! The music sounded good and it was very accommodating!
5.0
JP
Jay P.
Verified review
Leaving Party · 125 guests · March 2023
Incredible venue and well priced. I was well looked after by Lydia and team. Would definitely book again.
Had to buy my own lights and rotator motors for disco balls. But very small task/burden considering the amazing impact it had on the night.
5.0
J
Jessica
Verified review
Birthday Party · 100 guests · November 2022
Loved everything about it. Staff were amazing and such good fun.
Everything was great.
5.0

About The Whiskey Jar

The Whiskey Jar is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Meet your host

Lydia Bradley
Member of Tagvenue since October 2018
33 Reviews
4.8 Rating
2h Response time
99% Response rate

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