An event space with tufted yellow booths, exposed brick walls, and pendant lighting at The Washhouse.
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1st Floor Bar Area at The Washhouse

Lounge in a Bar
·
Private space
19 Shudehill, Manchester, M4 2AF –
Manchester City Centre
Up to 100
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

1st Floor Bar Area, a lounge in The Washhouse, is an upstairs semi-private space that provides a separate floor for small-group gatherings.

Design: Exposed brick walls, herringbone wood flooring and low copper pendants produce a textured, low-lit interior accented by deep-toned upholstery and dark painted ceilings.

Features: A staffed bar counter provides crafted cocktails and bar snacks. Fixed banquettes and movable tables allow the room to be arranged for more private seating or open mingling, and the space includes a PA system and speakers, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and some natural light.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed, social setting that suits seated drinks or informal mingling in a compact, semi-private lounge.

What sets it apart: The bar's theatrical, story-led cocktail presentations use props and scripted lore to create an experiential drinking format distinct from a standard cocktail service.

What guests say: The space delivers creative cocktails, attentive friendly staff and a comfortable, characterful interior with quirky decorative touches.

Prices

Monday
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
16:00 – 1:00
from £3000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 1:00
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 2:30
from £6000–£10000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £6000 min. spend
Per session
16:30 – 19:30
from £8000 min. spend
Per session
19:30 – 2:30
from £10000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 16:00
from £6000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £6000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
14:00 – 1:00
from £4000 min. spend
Per session
14:00 – 18:00
from £4000 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 1:00
from £4000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 150
  • Dining
    up to 100
  • Boardroom
    up to 20
  • Cabaret
    up to 100
  • U-Shaped
    up to 30

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Flipchart
  • 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
  • Quiet space
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Cocktail bar
  • Slide
  • DJ
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • 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
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
  • No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

- No smoking within the building

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Show cancellation details

About The Washhouse

The Washhouse is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

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Meet your host

Jon Charles
Member of Tagvenue since September 2024
3h Response time
72% Response rate

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