An event space in a bar with herringbone wood flooring, exposed brick walls, velvet bar stools, and pendant lighting at The Washhouse.

The Washhouse

Bar

19 Shudehill, Manchester, M4 2AF –
Manchester City Centre
From £30
per person
Up to 100
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue doesn't offer catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Hidden bar in Manchester, disguised as an old laundrette with secret entrances and quirky decor. Ideal for themed parties and creative corporate events, offering a unique and playful atmosphere.

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Spaces for hire at The Washhouse

2nd Floor Area at The Washhouse
2nd Floor Area
Event Space
·
Private space
80 seats
120 standing
Manchester's top secret bar and entertainment venue, hidden behind an old laundrette. Pick up the phone, use the password, and enter through a door in a vending machine. The 2nd floor is large, elegant, and versatile, with hardwood flooring, stylish decor, neon accents, a private bar, and windows that fill the space with natural light.
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £30 per person
Enquire now
1st Floor Bar Area at The Washhouse
1st Floor Bar Area
Event Space
·
Private space
100 seats
150 standing
The 1st-floor area features a central cocktail bar and luxury leather booth seating for 120 people, with tables for 4 to 8 guests. Sophisticated decor and low-level gold pendants create a decadent atmosphere, adding a real "wow" factor to any event.
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2000 minimum spend
Enquire now
Kōdo at The Washhouse
Kōdo
Bar
·
Whole venue
35 seats
45 standing
Manchester's newest secret bar inspired by 90s Cyber Punk focusing on Japanese flavours and products! An intimate, exclusive hidden bar somewhere in Manchester that can host 45 guests. Creating high end cocktails and highballs with a rotating Sake collection, niche Japanese products and beer.
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
1st Floor Bar Area
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
2nd Floor Area
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
Kōdo
17:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Tuesday
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
1st Floor Bar Area
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
2nd Floor Area
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
Kōdo
17:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Wednesday
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
1st Floor Bar Area
16:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
2nd Floor Area
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
Kōdo
17:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Thursday
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
1st Floor Bar Area
16:00 – 1:00
from £3000 min. spend
2nd Floor Area
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
Kōdo
17:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Friday
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
1st Floor Bar Area
12:00 – 2:30
from £6000–£10000 min. spend
2nd Floor Area
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
Kōdo
18:00 – 2:00
from £2000 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £4000–£6000 min. spend
1st Floor Bar Area
12:00 – 16:00
from £6000 min. spend
Kōdo
17:00 – 2:00
from £4000 min. spend
Sunday
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
1st Floor Bar Area
14:00 – 1:00
from £4000 min. spend
2nd Floor Area
10:00 – 3:00
from £30 per person
Kōdo
17:00 – 1:00
from £1250 min. spend

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 150
standing
Up to 100
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Washhouse

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

Manchester's best hidden bar and entertainment venue, disguised as an old laundrette. Pick up the phone in the lobby, use the secret password, and enter through a door hidden in a vending machine.

Inside, the multi-floor venue offers areas for private events and parties, plus more hidden spaces to explore, including a secret slide.

We're situated 60 yards away from Shudehill Tram Stop and 0.2 miles walk from Manchester Victoria Train Station.

FAQ

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.

At The Washhouse, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The Washhouse is located at 19 Shudehill, in Manchester City Centre.

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