1st Floor Bar Area at The Washhouse

Lounge in a Bar
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Private space
19 Shudehill, Manchester, M4 2AF
Manchester City Centre

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.
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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 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

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


Other spaces and event packages at this venue

from £500
minimum spend / per session

Location

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Jon Charles
Member of Tagvenue since September 2024
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