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The Spirit of Manchester Distillery

Cocktail Bar

#29 of 208 Bar venues in Manchester
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10-15 Watson Street, Manchester, M3 4LP
Castlefield, Manchester
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Spaces for hire at The Spirit of Manchester Distillery

Bar Arch
Bar
·
Semi-private area
50 standing
Our bar offers a truly distinctive setting for drinks-led events. Set within our working distillery, guests can enjoy a front-row view of our copper stills and witness the live production of our award-winning gin, vodka and rum, all while sipping on cocktails crafted using the spirits made on-site. We offer a curated menu of bespoke drinks, create...

Alcohol licence until 2:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £1500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Lounge Arch
Lounge
·
Semi-private area
80 standing
Our lounge area is a truly one-of-a-kind space tucked away in the heart of Manchester city centre. With its stylish interiors and relaxed atmosphere, it offers a versatile setting that can be tailored to a wide range of events. Whether you're planning an intimate drinks reception, a canapé and cocktail evening, a casual buffet, or a laid-back priv...

Alcohol licence until 2:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
Full Venue
Cocktail Bar
·
Whole venue
100 seats
200 standing
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery can be hired for a private event-any-time daytime or evening venue rental. The full hire of the venue is an impressive setting for large-scale occasions, up to 200 guests in the interconnected spaces. From a drinks reception buzzing with energy to a laid-back buffet-style gathering to a party for the whole venue...

Alcohol licence until 2:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £1500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Gin School
Dining Room
·
Private space
16 seats
Our Gin School offers a truly distinctive setting for groups of up to 16 guests. Tucked away from the main bar and overlooking our beautiful working distillery, this one-of-a-kind space is perfect for private gatherings, team sessions, or intimate celebrations. Equipped with AV facilities, it's an excellent choice for creative meetings, workshops,...

Alcohol licence until 2:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £750 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 1:00
from £750–£2500 min. spend
Bar Arch
19:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Lounge Arch
19:00 – 1:00
from £2500 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 1:00
from £1500–£2500 min. spend
Gin School
17:00 – 0:00
from £750 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 1:00
from £2500 min. spend
Bar Arch
19:00 – 0:00
from £2500 min. spend
Lounge Arch
19:00 – 1:00
from £2500 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 1:00
from £2500 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 1:00
from £750–£3500 min. spend
Bar Arch
19:00 – 0:00
from £3000 min. spend
Lounge Arch
19:00 – 1:00
from £3500 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 18:00
from £1500 min. spend
Gin School
17:00 – 0:00
from £750 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 1:00
from £750–£7000 min. spend
Bar Arch
19:00 – 0:00
from £3000 min. spend
Lounge Arch
19:00 – 1:00
from £5500 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 1:00
from £4000–£7000 min. spend
Gin School
17:00 – 0:00
from £750 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £1000–£10000 min. spend
Bar Arch
19:00 – 0:00
from £4000 min. spend
Lounge Arch
12:00 – 1:00
from £3500–£7500 min. spend
Full Venue
12:00 – 1:00
from £5000–£10000 min. spend
Gin School
21:00 – 2:00
from £1000 min. spend
Saturday
19:00 – 2:00
from £1000–£4000 min. spend
Bar Arch
19:00 – 0:00
from £4000 min. spend
Gin School
21:00 – 2:00
from £1000 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 2:00
from £1000–£3500 min. spend
Bar Arch
19:00 – 0:00
from £3000 min. spend
Lounge Arch
12:00 – 18:00
from £3500 min. spend
Gin School
21:00 – 2:00
from £1000 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Facilities and catering options

Up to 200
standing
Up to 100
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
Promoted / ticketed events
BYO alcohol

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Communication
5.0
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Charley B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Chloe got back to me super quickly and was very forthcoming with details of pricing and packages. She also offered to help accommodate our request as what we'd asked for they typically wouldn't advertise. The sign of an excellent host!
5.0

About The Spirit of Manchester Distillery

We are a premium, award-winning distillery and cocktail bar, set in the heart of Manchester, in
beautifully restored Grade-II* listed railway arches.

Join us for drinks, casual food and distillery experiences, and make your corporate event a
night to remember. Whether you are planning a business meeting or a buzzing networking event, our team will work with you to plan the perfect event.

We offer a range of spaces, and also offer drinks & informal food packages to suit all requirements and
budgets.

FAQ

At The Spirit of Manchester Distillery, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Spirit of Manchester Distillery:

  • Full Venue hosting 80 guests: £2400

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

The Spirit of Manchester Distillery is located at 10-15 Watson Street, in the Castlefield, Manchester district of Manchester.