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The Rose and Monkey

Pub

#2 of 238 Pub venues in Manchester
#3 of 86 Live Music venues in Manchester City Centre
  14 reviews  – 
31 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JZ –
Northern Quarter, Manchester
From £24
hire fee
Up to 60
seats
Up to 90
standing
Venue offers catering
Italian
cuisine
Parking available
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14 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 5. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Spaces for hire at The Rose and Monkey

Whole Space at The Rose and Monkey

Whole Space
Pub
·
Whole venue
60 seats
90 standing
Located next door to Band on the Wall, The Rose & Monkey is ideally positioned on Swan Street in the heart of the Northern Quarter. The ground floor is divided into 2 spaces, both central to the bar - one with a small stage and the second a smaller snug space. There is also a separate reading room upstairs complete with projector perfect for smal...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £150 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Enquire now
The Library at The Rose and Monkey

The Library
Function Room
·
Private space
15 seats
15 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
Casual adaptable lounge space, perfect for small gatherings, reading groups and meetings. Access to a fridge, projector and wireless speaker. Seating for 15. Furniture can be amended to accommodate various layouts subject to notice. Unfortunately not an accessible space, the library is on the first floor with access via stairs with no lift. Toile...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £24 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
5 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
6 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
4.8
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

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

LE
Lily E.
Verified review
Dry Hire · 15 guests · September 2026 · The Library

Excellent communication. Cosy space.

4.8
IT
Isaac T.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 8 guests · September 2026 · The Library

The vibe of the room was perfect, easy to use projector, staff were really helpful and friendly throughout- also great pizzas downstairs!

Nothing

5.0
MH
Mac H.
Verified review
Pub · 9 guests · June 2026 · The Library

The room was lovely and cozy, with comfortable areas to sit, room to move around, and a very pleasant atmosphere. I would love to return for another celebration, perhaps booking for even longer than two hours.

It was a bit of a trek from the bar back to the room, especially while carrying drinks.

4.8
KM
Katy M.
Verified review
Event Space · 8 guests · May 2026 · The Library

I’m really happy I chose Rose and Monkey for my birthday. It’s a lovely venue, the staff are really friendly, and the atmosphere was great. Highly reccomend :)

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Whole Space
9:00 – 0:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £24–£150 hire fee per hour
Whole Space
9:00 – 0:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
The Library
17:00 – 23:00
from £24 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £24–£150 hire fee per hour
Whole Space
9:00 – 0:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
The Library
17:00 – 23:00
from £24 hire fee per hour
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £24–£150 hire fee per hour
Whole Space
9:00 – 0:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
The Library
17:00 – 23:00
from £24 hire fee per hour
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £24–£150 hire fee per hour
Whole Space
9:00 – 0:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
The Library
15:00 – 23:00
from £24 hire fee per hour
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £24–£150 hire fee per hour
Whole Space
9:00 – 0:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
The Library
12:00 – 23:00
from £24 hire fee per hour
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £24–£150 hire fee per hour
Whole Space
9:00 – 0:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
The Library
17:00 – 23:00
from £24 hire fee per hour
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 4 verified users

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 90
standing
Up to 60
seats
In-house catering
Italian
cuisine
External catering allowed
Parking available
Accommodation available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Rose and Monkey

The Rose and Monkey is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

The Rose & Monkey has a long and chequered history dating back to 1783, but in recent years has been transformed into a beloved destination for music lovers and locals alike. Known as one of the city’s oldest public houses originally built as part of the original Smithfield Markets and over the road from what was the ‘New Cross’ area of the city, the venue boasts an intimate atmosphere and commitment to live music.

The pub is now a key part of the Northern Quarter’s creative fabric with unique features, including a beer garden, small music stage, and even Airbnb accommodation upstairs.

FAQ

No, licensing does not allow dry hire or guests to bring their own drinks, although guests may bring snacks.

No, under-18s are not allowed under the venue's licence.

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.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.

At The Rose and Monkey, the following catering options are available:

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

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Rose and Monkey:

  • Whole Space hosting 10 guests: £61.52
  • The Library hosting 2 guests: £120

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

The Rose and Monkey is located at 31 Swan Street, in Northern Quarter, Manchester.

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

  • Isaac T. rated it 5/5 stars
    'The vibe of the room was perfect, easy to use projector, staff were really helpful and friendly throughout- also great pizzas downstairs!'

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