Escape To Freight Island
Event Venue
#10 of 97 Outdoor Space venues in Manchester
2 reviews
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11 Baring Street, Manchester, M1 2PZ
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City Centre, Manchester
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Spaces for hire at Escape To Freight Island
Entire Venue
Event Venue
·
Whole venue
1000 seats
2000 standing
Encompassing the entire Escape To Freight Island, hiring the full venue offers six distinctive areas with a total capacity of up to 2000. Internally, The Ticket Hall is a dynamic focal point, featuring an impressive stage, large bars, diverse food vendors, full technical integrations, and a giant LED screen. This versatile space allows for seamless...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £15000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
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The Plant Room
Event Venue
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Private space
250 seats
250 standing
Step into the enchanting embrace of The Plant Room, a popular tropical, urban oasis within Escape To Freight Island. This lush haven serves as a captivating contrast to the venue's industrial vibe, offering a refreshing and unique space for a variety of events.
With its private entrance and bar, The Plant Room boasts beautiful exclusivity within i...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £9500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
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The Viewing Gallery
Event Venue
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Private space
30 seats
30 standing
Step into the unique ambiance of the Viewing Gallery, an exclusive space within Escape To Freight Island crafted from an industrial container. Offering an intimate setting for up to 30 people, this space allows guests to enjoy their private party while taking in the entertainment. With an open side connecting to the Ticket Hall, the Viewing Gallery...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £60 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
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The Platform
Event Venue
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Private space
500 seats
500 standing
Step into the pinnacle of event spaces at Escape To Freight Island – The Platform. Positioned on the raised section of the Ticket Hall, The Platform is an expansive area designed to elevate your event experience. This versatile space hosts its own impressive stage and a massive main bar, making it the ideal venue for gala dinners, corporate parties...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £20000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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The Outside
Outdoor Space
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Private space
300 seats
450 standing
Step into the vibrant atmosphere of "The Outside," an inspiring and flexible outdoor space nestled in the heart of the former train depot at Escape To Freight Island. This dynamic venue offers a unique industrial backdrop, complete with a bar, DJ box, and stage, setting the scene for live music and day-to-night celebrations.
With a capacity of 450...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £10000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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The Terrace
Terrace
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Private space
100 seats
140 standing
Elevate your event experience at "The Terrace" within Escape To Freight Island—an exclusive space perched above The Ticket Hall, immersing you in the heart of the action. This unique enclave features a private bar and two interlinked areas, offering a combined capacity of 140. The adaptable spaces and versatile furniture configurations cater to a s...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £4000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
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Casa Pomelo
Cocktail Bar
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Private space
30 seats
40 standing
Step into the unique vibe of Casa Pomelo; an intimate space with dedicated premium bar by Casamigos Tequila.
Offering an intimate setting for up to 40 people, this space allows guests to enjoy their private party while still being in the centre of the Freight Island action.
Perfect for a range of occasions, from private dining experiences to spec...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £750 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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Sports Bar
Bar
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Private space
400 seats
600 standing
The Sports Bar at Freight Island offers a unique, flexible setting for private hire — perfect for hosting professional events with a relaxed, social twist.
With its own private entrance, exclusive bar, large-format screens, and a stylish industrial backdrop, this space is ideal for networking events, away days, brand activations, or informal conf...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £4500 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
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Prices and opening hours
Monday
7:00 –
1:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Entire Venue
9:00 –
1:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Plant Room
9:00 –
0:00
from
£6000
hire fee + min. spend
The Platform
9:00 –
0:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Outside
9:00 –
0:00
from
£5000
hire fee + min. spend
The Terrace
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000
hire fee + min. spend
Casa Pomelo
8:00 –
0:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Sports Bar
7:00 –
0:00
from
£4500
hire fee per day
Tuesday
7:00 –
1:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Entire Venue
9:00 –
1:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Plant Room
9:00 –
0:00
from
£6000
hire fee + min. spend
The Platform
9:00 –
0:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Outside
9:00 –
0:00
from
£5000
hire fee + min. spend
The Terrace
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000
hire fee + min. spend
Casa Pomelo
8:00 –
0:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Sports Bar
7:00 –
0:00
from
£4500
hire fee per day
Wednesday
7:00 –
1:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Entire Venue
9:00 –
1:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Plant Room
9:00 –
0:00
from
£6000
hire fee + min. spend
The Platform
9:00 –
0:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Outside
9:00 –
0:00
from
£5000
hire fee + min. spend
The Terrace
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000
hire fee + min. spend
Casa Pomelo
8:00 –
0:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Sports Bar
7:00 –
0:00
from
£4500
hire fee per day
Thursday
7:00 –
1:00
from
£60
per person
Entire Venue
9:00 –
1:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Plant Room
9:00 –
0:00
from
£6000
hire fee + min. spend
The Viewing Gallery
17:00 –
0:00
from
£60
per person
The Platform
9:00 –
0:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Outside
9:00 –
0:00
from
£5000
hire fee + min. spend
The Terrace
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000
hire fee + min. spend
Casa Pomelo
8:00 –
0:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Sports Bar
7:00 –
0:00
from
£4500
hire fee per day
Friday
7:00 –
1:00
from
£60
per person
Entire Venue
9:00 –
1:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Plant Room
9:00 –
0:00
from
£6000
hire fee + min. spend
The Viewing Gallery
17:00 –
0:00
from
£60
per person
The Platform
9:00 –
17:00
from
£10000
hire fee + min. spend
The Outside
9:00 –
0:00
from
£5000
hire fee + min. spend
The Terrace
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000
hire fee + min. spend
Casa Pomelo
8:00 –
0:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Sports Bar
7:00 –
0:00
from
£4500
hire fee per day
Saturday
7:00 –
1:00
from
£60
per person
Entire Venue
9:00 –
1:00
from
£25000
hire fee + min. spend
The Plant Room
9:00 –
0:00
from
£6000
hire fee + min. spend
The Viewing Gallery
12:00 –
0:00
from
£60
per person
The Outside
9:00 –
0:00
from
£5000
hire fee + min. spend
The Terrace
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000
hire fee + min. spend
Casa Pomelo
8:00 –
0:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Sports Bar
7:00 –
0:00
from
£4500
hire fee per day
Sunday
7:00 –
1:00
from
£60
per person
Entire Venue
9:00 –
1:00
from
£25000
hire fee + min. spend
The Plant Room
9:00 –
0:00
from
£6000
hire fee + min. spend
The Viewing Gallery
17:00 –
0:00
from
£60
per person
The Outside
9:00 –
0:00
from
£5000
hire fee + min. spend
The Terrace
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000
hire fee + min. spend
Casa Pomelo
8:00 –
0:00
from
£750
hire fee per day
Sports Bar
7:00 –
0:00
from
£4500
hire fee per day
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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 2000
standing
Up to 1000
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol
Reviews and ratings
4.5
Communication
4.5
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Georgia C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Submitted 1 year ago
5.0
About Escape To Freight Island
In the heart of the depot, Mayfield. Among the historical industrial architecture lies a cultural hub of food, drink & entertainment. multi-vendor, multifaceted & multidimensional: where people meet to form new memories & explore new possibilities.
With spaces available for 30 to 3000, Freight Island is the perfect venue for all events from intimate team meetings to large-scale conferences, celebrations, and product launches. We are only limited by our imaginations with versatile spaces that deliver the wow factor.
Boasting facilities that include multiple award-winning food and drink outlets, staging, full technical integrations, giant LED screens, indoor and outdoor options, entertainment, and a stunning industrial backdrop - Freight Island offers unlimited possibilities for events that are unrivaled in Manchester City Centre.
Benefiting from excellent transport links, Freight Island is easily accessible by car, train, tram, bus, and plane. In addition to rail links on the venue’s doorstep with Picadilly Station, less than 5 minutes walk away. It is less than half an hour’s drive from Manchester International Airport and well-connected to major roads linking Manchester with the North and South.
We look forward to the possibility of working together to make your next events an extraordinary success!
With spaces available for 30 to 3000, Freight Island is the perfect venue for all events from intimate team meetings to large-scale conferences, celebrations, and product launches. We are only limited by our imaginations with versatile spaces that deliver the wow factor.
Boasting facilities that include multiple award-winning food and drink outlets, staging, full technical integrations, giant LED screens, indoor and outdoor options, entertainment, and a stunning industrial backdrop - Freight Island offers unlimited possibilities for events that are unrivaled in Manchester City Centre.
Benefiting from excellent transport links, Freight Island is easily accessible by car, train, tram, bus, and plane. In addition to rail links on the venue’s doorstep with Picadilly Station, less than 5 minutes walk away. It is less than half an hour’s drive from Manchester International Airport and well-connected to major roads linking Manchester with the North and South.
We look forward to the possibility of working together to make your next events an extraordinary success!
FAQ
At Escape To Freight Island, 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
Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Escape To Freight Island:
- The Plant Room hosting 120 guests: £9504
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
Escape To Freight Island is located at 11 Baring Street, in the City Centre, Manchester district of Manchester.
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