St Alphonsus Parish Centre

Community Centre

  17 reviews  – 
2 Powell Street, Manchester, M16 7QQ –
Stretford
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Spaces for hire at St Alphonsus Parish Centre

Main Function Room

Function Room
·
Private space
170 seats
200 standing
Our main function room has a standing capacity of 200 people. In addition to our cosy booths, bench seating and an additional breakout buffet service area; we have a large wooden dance floor. We are able to accommodate bookings Monday - Sunday and can host multiple day bookings. Our warm, welcoming staff team will be on hand to ensure your event r...

Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Entire Venue

Community Centre
·
Whole venue
170 seats
200 standing
St Alphonsus Parish Centre is located just off the inner city ring road in the heart of Old Trafford - only 3.5 miles from Manchester City Centre. We are in close proximity to Chorlton, Stretford and the Old Trafford football and cricket stadia. We are situated within walking distance to multiple public transport links and have a large onsite car p...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Kitchen

Kitchen
·
Private space
10 standing
Our spacious kitchen area has an oven, microwave, two fridge freezers, a hot water Geyser, catering trolley and four sinks. We have plenty of cups, glasses, plates and cutlery available to use. There is also plenty of work surface space. The kitchen is on the ground floor just off the main function room, meaning that food can easily be transported...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Reviews and ratings

4.6
2 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
9 recent guests highly rated catering
Amenities
4.2
Cleanliness
4.4
Location
4.8
Service quality
4.7
Value for money
4.7
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.8

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

KM
Kristian M.
Verified review
Function Room · 50 guests · October 2026 · Main Function Room

Sophie was very helpful and informative with the whole booking process and the ladies running the bar were absolutely fantastic.

4.8
JA
Justin A.
Verified review
Kitchen · 6 guests · June 2026 · Kitchen

the space

nothing

5.0
DH
Damien H.
Verified review
Meeting · 70 guests · October 2025 · Entire Venue

Sophie was very helpful. Lots space.

4.0
DM
Declan M.
Verified review
50th Birthday Party · 80 guests · September 2025 · Main Function Room

A big spacious, light venue - lots of freedom to set things up as you want, plenty of space for parking and for kids to run about. Good value.

4.7

Prices and opening hours

Monday
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Main Function Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Kitchen
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Main Function Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Kitchen
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Main Function Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Kitchen
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Thursday
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Main Function Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Kitchen
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Friday
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Main Function Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Kitchen
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Saturday
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Main Function Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Kitchen
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Sunday
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Main Function Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Kitchen
7:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
9:00 – 23:00
from £60 hire fee per hour

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 200
standing
Up to 170
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About St Alphonsus Parish Centre

St Alphonsus Parish Centre is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

St Alphonsus Parish Centre is located just off the inner city ring road in the heart of Old Trafford - only 3.5 miles from Manchester City Centre. We are in close proximity to Chorlton, Stretford and the Old Trafford football and cricket stadia. We are situated within walking distance to multiple public transport links and have a large onsite car park.

The building itself dates from the early 1900s with plenty of original features still intact; adding that nostalgic feel to your event.

Our main function room has a standing capacity of 200 people. In addition to our cosy booths, bench seating and an additional breakout buffet service area; we have a large wooden dance floor.

We have a bar facility stocking all the top brands at reasonable prices and also have to offer a fully functioning catering kitchen which allows us to provide buffets and banquets for all occasions and suiting all budgets. Please note, outside catering is allowed at our venue for an additional kitchen hire cost of £60. Customers can choose whether to hire the space with the bar open or have the room-only option.

We can give discount rates for good causes and we are open to providing discounts and special offers for regular and large-scale activities.

We are able to accommodate bookings Monday - Sunday and can host multiple day bookings. Our warm, welcoming staff team will be on hand to ensure your event runs smoothly from start to finish.

Usually booked for
Meeting

Typically for 10-50 guests and costs between £250 - £450.


"Sophie was very helpful. Lots space."

- Damien H. Oct 2025

Usually booked for
50th Birthday Party

Typically for 95-150 guests and costs between £150 - £250.


"Great original venue. With lovely people working there. A great space for parties."

- Charles I. Jan 2025

Usually booked for
Corporate Reception

Typically for about 180 guests and costs about £200.


"Accessibility, location and parking..."

- Herbert M. Jun 2025

FAQ

Yes, guests may bring their own food. Alcohol is not permitted for any hire option, while a limited amount of soft drinks is allowed for a corkage fee, which can be discussed in further detail.

The venue has wheelchair access into the building but does not have accessible toilets.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 6 months from the original date, at no cost.

At St Alphonsus Parish Centre, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Free parking is available on-site: 60 spaces
  • Free on-street parking is available

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at St Alphonsus Parish Centre:

  • Main Function Room hosting 25 guests: £390
  • Entire Venue hosting 20 guests: £480
  • Kitchen hosting 6 guests: £270

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

St Alphonsus Parish Centre is located at 2 Powell Street, in Stretford.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Declan M. rated it 4.7/5 stars
    'A big spacious, light venue - lots of freedom to set things up as you want, plenty of space for parking and for kids to run about. Good value.'
  • Charles I. rated it 4.2/5 stars
    'Great original venue. With lovely people working there. A great space for parties.'
  • Alexx W. rated it 4.7/5 stars
    'Easy to set up the space for our needs. Good but basic bar with good staff'

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