The Drawing Room at Manchester Hall

  32 reviews  – 
36 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 3BT –
Manchester City Centre
Up to 70
seats
Up to 50
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

This former Freemasons lodge is one of our most traditional rooms with extensive wood panelling. However, it can be styled to suit your requirements. Versatile to create traditional occasions or host a unique event space, perfect for smaller function hire. With its maximum capacity of 50 guests, the room can host any private or corporate reception, dining, or any other event.

This space is ideal for wedding ceremonies, as its adjoining doors into the Gallery, means your wedding celebrations can continue into your wedding meal and evening reception.

The drawing room can accommodate 70 guests theatre style, 32 guests cabaret style, 24 guests on a banquet table and 50 guests for casual drinks.

Event offers and packages

Package per person

Corporate packages:

Standard DDR - £52
Includes:
Tea, coffee and pastries on arrival
2 servings of tea, coffee and sweet treats
Hot/cold buffet lunch
Projector, screen and one handheld microphone
Water and wifi



Half-day DDR - £30
Includes:
Tea, coffee and pastries on arrival
One serving of tea, coffee and sweet treats
Cold buffet lunch
Projector, screen and one handheld microphone
Water and wifi

Min number of people 20

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 1:00
from £250–£500 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 1:00
from £250 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 1:00
from £500 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 1:00
from £250–£500 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 1:00
from £250 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 1:00
from £500 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 1:00
from £250–£500 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 1:00
from £250 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 1:00
from £500 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 1:00
from £250–£500 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 1:00
from £250 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 1:00
from £500 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 1:00
from £250–£500 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 1:00
from £250 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 1:00
from £500 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 1:00
from £250–£500 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 1:00
from £250 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 1:00
from £500 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 1:00
from £250–£500 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 1:00
from £250 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 1:00
from £500 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Dining
up to 48
Theatre
up to 70
Boardroom
up to 24
Cabaret
up to 32

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
Approved caterers only
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Accommodation available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Storage space
Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled access toilets
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Cancellation policy: Custom

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(32 reviews and ratings - )

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Paula T.
February 2022

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About Manchester Hall

Discover the ideal event space at Manchester Hall, situated in the heart of Manchester city centre. Elevate your upcoming event in our stylish and distinctive party venue, offering a perfect setting for a variety of occasions. From captivating fashion shows to intimate engagement parties, formal sit-down meals to exclusive private functions, we cater to diverse event needs.

Our venue boasts an array of uniquely designed rooms, each adorned with rich architectural details. Whether it's a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, our spaces cater to various occasions, ensuring a memorable experience for all.

Nestled near the popular Spinningfields and the new St John’s district, Manchester Hall provides a central location with convenient access to transportation options, including train, tram, and air. The combination of this stylish locale and our historically lavish interior design is sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Other spaces and event packages at this venue

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from £2500
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The Goulburn Suite

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350
The Goulburn Lodge at
from £800
hire fee / per session

The Goulburn Lodge

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Museum at
from £1000
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Museum

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The Library at
from £250
hire fee / per session

The Library

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Gallery at
from £500
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Gallery

140
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The Lounge at
from £500
hire fee / per day

The Lounge

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The Club at
from £500
hire fee / per day

The Club

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50
The Study at
from £500
hire fee / per day

The Study

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Garden Court at
from £1500
hire fee / per day

Garden Court

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John Rylands Roof Terrace at
from £2000
hire fee / per session

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FAQ

Cancellations 364 days in advance from event start time will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 364 days to 56 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 56 days are non-refundable.

At Manchester Hall, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby
At The Drawing Room, you can host various events such as Drinks Receptions, Conference / Seminar, Banquet, Corporate Events, Social Parties, Baby Shower / Tea Party, Meetings, Dining, Christmas Parties, Weddings.

Here are the recent pricing details for various rooms at Manchester Hall:

  • Garden Court hosting 24 guests: £980
  • Gallery hosting 100 guests: £3808
  • John Rylands Roof Terrace hosting 120 guests: £8000
  • The Library hosting 15 guests: £400
  • The Club hosting 35 guests: £1200

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Manchester Hall is located at 36 Bridge Street, in the Manchester City Centre district of Manchester.

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