A street corner exterior of a historic red brick building with large black-framed windows, potted plants by the entrance, and a hanging pub sign at The Bear.
A lounge area with a long bar counter, high stools, tables, and red fringe pendant lights creating a warm glow at The Bear.
A dimly lit lounge with a long bar counter, high stools, and multiple red pendant lamps casting a warm glow at The Bear.
A dimly lit lounge with red velvet bar stools, fringe-shaded pendant lamps, a wooden bar counter, and booth seating at The Bear.

The Bear

Pub

#56 of 312 Private Party venues in Manchester
209 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 3NW –
Manchester City Centre
From £350
min. spend
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at The Bear

The Lounge at The Bear
The Lounge
Lounge
·
Private space
150 standing
For a traditional feel, hire out the Lounge Bar @ The Bear for your next event. Located in the basement of The Bear — a Victorian pub serving local brews to fresh fruit cocktails — the Lounge Bar features booth seating, mood lighting, and an after-hours setting. The space holds up to 160 guests. We offer a buffet including our pizza menu alongsid...
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £350 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 days ago
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Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
The Lounge
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
The Lounge
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
The Lounge
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
The Lounge
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £950 min. spend
The Lounge
12:00 – 2:00
from £950 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £950 min. spend
The Lounge
12:00 – 2:00
from £950 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
The Lounge
12:00 – 0:00
from £350 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 days 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 150
standing
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Bear

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

Located on Deansgate in central Manchester, The Bear is a venue in the corner of a 150-year-old listed building. It features seating, a bar, and a lived-in atmosphere.

The Bear has a pizza menu — hand-stretched, 24-hour risen sourdough bases, freshly baked. Whether you're popping in for a slice or settling in for the night, The Bear works for a range of visits.

Beyond the pizza, the bar serves locally brewed craft ales and fresh fruit cocktails.

FAQ

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At The Bear, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The Bear is located at 209 Deansgate, in Manchester City Centre.

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