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Barca

Bar

#1 of 181 Function Room venues in Manchester
#2 of 317 Private Party venues in Manchester
  41 reviews  – 
8 & 9 Catalan Square, Manchester, M3 4RU –
Castlefield, Manchester
From £200
hire fee
Up to 70
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
Italian
cuisine
Parking available
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Alison Callaghan
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Excellent communication - 4.8/5
34 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.8. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Canal-side bar in Manchester's Castlefield with tapas dining, rooftop seating, and live DJs. Ideal for lively celebrations like birthday parties or dinners with dancing, thanks to its dance floor, PA system, and bring-your-own-DJ option.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Barca

VIP Lounge at Barca

VIP Lounge
Lounge
·
Private space
70 seats
150 standing
### VIP Room – Barca Bar Castlefield, Manchester Experience exclusive private hire at **Barca Bar Castlefield** in our stylish VIP Room, the perfect setting for intimate celebrations, private parties and special occasions in the heart of Manchester. Offering a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, our VIP Room is ideal for birthday parties, engag...
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £200 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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Arch 8 at Barca

Arch 8
Hall
·
Private space
50 seats
150 standing
Arch 8 – Barca Bar Castlefield, Manchester Located in the heart of Castlefield, Manchester, **Arch 8 at Barca Bar** is a stylish and versatile private event space, perfect for birthday celebrations, engagement parties, corporate events, and special occasions. With its unique character and vibrant atmosphere, Arch 8 provides the ideal setting for ...
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £200 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
The Sheridan Suite at Barca

The Sheridan Suite
Function Room
·
Private space
40 seats
100 standing
### The Sheridan Suite – Barça Castlefield, Manchester **The Perfect Private Party & Event Space in Manchester** Located on the first floor of Barça Castlefield, the Sheridan Suite is a stylish and exclusive private event space, perfect for unforgettable celebrations in the heart of Manchester. Featuring luxurious décor, comfortable leather boot...
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £300 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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The Hucknall Suite at Barca

The Hucknall Suite
Function Room
·
Private space
40 seats
100 standing
The Hucknall Suite is a Function Room in Barca centred on a large built-in bar counter that anchors an open, adaptable event space. Design: The suite presents a contemporary, utilitarian finish: low-profile ceiling with recessed lighting, carpeted floors and neutral pale walls that keep the room understated and adaptable. Features: The space incl...
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £300 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
The Snug at Barca

The Snug
Function Room
·
Private space
18 seats
30 standing
The Snug is a function room in Barca that provides a compact, booth-style private space centred on a continuous banquette seating run. Design: The Snug presents pale, weathered-wood panelling, low painted ceiling beams and marble-effect tables paired with mint-green chairs and muted wall lighting for a restrained contemporary look. Features: The ...
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £200 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Buffet Menu – The Sheridan Suite – The Sheridan Suite

£24.95 per person

• Served buffet style
BUFFET MENU
1. Arancini rice balls (mushroom or ragu)
2. Mini prawn cocktails
3. Fritellie
4. Mini Margheritas with rocket garnish
5. Roast turkey, stuffing with gravy and vegetables
6. Chicken curry served with basmati rice
7. Lasagne with garlic bread
8. Mushroom risotto (V, GF, CBVE)
9. Christmas pudding
10. Tiramisu (V)
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

4.2
4 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
7 recent guests rated this venue at 4.2
Amenities
4.0
Cleanliness
4.3
Location
4.7
Service quality
4.1
Value for money
4.0
Catering
3.8
Communication
4.8

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

NG
Nathan G.
Verified review
Party · 24 guests · October 2026 · The Snug

The space was located close to the bar, and the staff were friendly. Overall, it was good value for money.

4.7
SM
Sadie M.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 80 guests · August 2026 · VIP Lounge

The space was perfect. I wanted the balcony space and my guests throughly enjoyed being outside, so where I think is rare for a venue in Manchester.

Some guests did struggle to find my exact room. Better signposting could have helped this but not the end of the world!

4.9
CC
Cadija C.
Verified review
Graduation Party · 70 guests · July 2026 · Arch 8

The staff, the venue the location everything was perfect

5.0
CD
Chris D.
Verified review
Meeting · 35 guests · July 2026 · The Hucknall Suite

The host was friendly and helpful, helping with the equipment to ensure we could use it. The room was spacious and suitable for the people, with drinks topped us as required, as well as the food we had ordered was available upon arrival as we had hoped for. The room was tidy and well presented. The venue hire was very good value for what it was.

N/A

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
VIP Lounge
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
The Sheridan Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
The Hucknall Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Arch 8
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Snug
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Tuesday
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
VIP Lounge
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
The Sheridan Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
The Hucknall Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Arch 8
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Snug
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Wednesday
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
VIP Lounge
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
The Sheridan Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
The Hucknall Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Arch 8
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Snug
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Thursday
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
VIP Lounge
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
The Sheridan Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
The Hucknall Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Arch 8
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Snug
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Friday
11:00 – 3:00
from £200 hire fee
VIP Lounge
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
The Sheridan Suite
11:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee
The Hucknall Suite
11:00 – 3:00
from £400 hire fee
Arch 8
11:00 – 3:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Snug
11:00 – 3:00
from £200 min. spend
Saturday
11:00 – 3:00
from £200 hire fee
VIP Lounge
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
The Sheridan Suite
11:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee
The Hucknall Suite
11:00 – 3:00
from £400 hire fee
Arch 8
11:00 – 3:00
from £200 hire fee
The Snug
11:00 – 3:00
from £200 min. spend
Sunday
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
VIP Lounge
11:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee
The Sheridan Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
The Hucknall Suite
11:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee
Arch 8
11:00 – 2:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Snug
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 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 150
standing
Up to 70
seats
In-house catering
Italian
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Barca

Barca is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Situated in the heart of Castlefield, one of Manchester’s most historic and vibrant areas, Barca Bar offers a truly unique venue experience. Established in 1999 and once owned by Simply Red’s Mick Hucknall, the venue blends rich heritage with a modern, stylish atmosphere.

Just a short walk from the city centre and easily accessible via major transport links—including Deansgate railway station, Cornbrook, and Deansgate/Castlefield Metrolink stops—Barca Bar is perfectly positioned for any occasion.

With five versatile event spaces and a large central bar area, the venue caters to everything from private parties to corporate events. Notably, Arch8 and Arch9 have been designed by an award-winning designer, adding a distinctive and high-end touch to your event.

For those warmer days, guests can enjoy a spacious outdoor beer garden complete with its own bar—ideal for summer celebrations.

Full venue buy out capacity is 700 persons. Fully licensed until 3am, with a TENs notice available, Barca Bar has earned its reputation as one of Manchester’s top venues for unforgettable events.

Usually booked for
Meeting

Typically for 30-45 guests and costs about £400.

"The room was tidy and well presented. The venue hire was very good value for what it was."

- Chris D. Jul 2026

FAQ

No. Guests cannot provide their own food; only a cake or cupcakes may be brought in.

Yes, small inflatables such as ball pits are permitted, but large jumping castles are not allowed.

All ground-floor areas and rooms are wheelchair accessible. First-floor rooms are accessible by stairs only.

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 Barca, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Barca:

  • VIP Lounge hosting 50 guests: £530.96
  • Arch 8 hosting 150 guests: £2001.04
  • The Sheridan Suite hosting 30 guests: £168
  • The Hucknall Suite hosting 35 guests: £507.68
  • The Snug hosting 20 guests: £500

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

Barca is located at 8 & 9 Catalan Square, in Castlefield, Manchester.

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

  • Sadie M. rated it 4.9/5 stars
    'The space was perfect. I wanted the balcony space and my guests throughly enjoyed being outside, so where I think is rare for a venue in Manchester.'

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