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Barca

Bar

#22 of 343 Event Space venues in Manchester
#2 of 305 Private Party venues in Manchester
  20 reviews  – 
8 & 9 Catalan Square, Manchester, M3 4RU –
Castlefield, Manchester
From £100
min. spend
Up to 70
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
Italian
cuisine
Parking available
Manager's avatar
Alison Callaghan
Your Personal Event Manager from Barca
Response rate: 99%
Response time: Within 1 hour
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Partnered with Tagvenue for 6 years
This manager has been a trusted partner of Tagvenue, consistently recognised by customers for their reliability.
Excellent communication - 4.9/5
17 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.9. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Spaces for hire at Barca

Arch 8 at Barca
Arch 8
Hall
·
Private space
50 seats
150 standing
Arch 8 is a new and unique event space in the heart of Manchester offering panoramic views over Castlefield Canal Basin. Arch 8 is the perfect space for unique events, including civil partnerships, weddings, baby showers, birthday/Xmas parties.
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £200 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
VIP Lounge at Barca
VIP Lounge
Lounge
·
Private space
70 seats
150 standing
With a capacity for up to 150 guests our VIP Lounge has a luxurious décor in grey tones, large leather booths, a private bar, DJ booth and a state-of-the-art sound system. The VIP Lounge is situated on the first floor and offers access to our balcony which offers panoramic views of the historic Castlefield Canal Basin and the famous white footbrid...
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 Canal Side Bar at Barca
The Canal Side Bar
Bar
·
Private space
30 seats
80 standing
The Canal Side Bar is a ground floor based event room, which is perfect for board table meetings, family style events and catch ups. The space can accommodate up to 80 guests for a standing reception. The room features an industrial modern vibe, with seating for 35 guests. Available to hire from 8pm Mon - Sun.
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £100 minimum spend
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
With a capacity for up to 100 guests, The Sheridan Suite is one of our larger function rooms. Situated on the first floor of Barca our Sheridan Suite is perfect for the late night club experience for your birthday party. With a purple light-themed room this would be perfect for any private parties you can think of.
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 Hucknall Suite at Barca
The Hucknall Suite
Function Room
·
Private space
40 seats
100 standing
The Hucknall Suite is one of our larger function rooms. The space can accommodate up to 100 guests for a standing event, it can fit up to 40 for a sit down reception. The room features a private bar, pull-down projector screen and view over Castlefield Bowl Named in honour of Barca Bar’s previous owner, Mick Hucknall, the lead singer of Simply Re...
Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £300 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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The Snug at Barca
The Snug
Function Room
·
Private space
18 seats
30 standing
Situated in the main bar, The Snug is a small private area with comfortable seating and exclusive access for you and your guests. The space can host 30 guests standing or 18 for a seated reception. A variety of dining options are available and we can tailor our menu to suit your style and budget.
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

Reviews and ratings

3.4
Amenities
3.0
Cleanliness
3.3
Location
4.3
Service quality
3.0
Value for money
3.0
Catering
2.5
Communication
4.9
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
SF
Scott F.
Verified review
Christmas Dinner · 40 guests · December 2024
We ordered set menus which we paid for upfront. When we arrived ready to eat, we were told they hadn’t received the order or the payment, so no chef was on site. We ended up h img a few pizzas two hours later.
1.6
TP
Toine P.
Verified review
Minimum Spend · 50 guests · September 2024
Great place to have a diner-party Great food and drinks Nice staff Nice location between the bridges and canals
4.3
TP
Taiwo P.
Verified review
Party · 70 guests · June 2024
I got a free bus from the station and 6 stops later,dropped off at deansgate station and walked to the 'venue.
4.0
TA
Temi A.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Hi Alison, That’s great, thank you! Can I come over tomorrow lunch time? Kind regards Temi
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 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
The Canal Side Bar
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee
Tuesday
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 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
The Canal Side Bar
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee
Wednesday
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 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
The Canal Side Bar
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee
Thursday
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 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
The Canal Side Bar
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee
Friday
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 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
The Canal Side Bar
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee
Saturday
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 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
The Canal Side Bar
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee
Sunday
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 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
The Canal Side Bar
11:00 – 3:00
from £100 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months 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
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.

FAQ

Yes, an aux cable can be provided to plug a phone into the speakers.

No, outside catering is not permitted; all food must be purchased from the venue.

Yes, both rooms have a bar located in the room.

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 31 guests: £750.08
  • The Canal Side Bar hosting 34 guests: £978.24
  • Arch 8 hosting 60 guests: £400
  • The Sheridan Suite hosting 30 guests: £396

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

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

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Public transportation
  • Bus Oxford Street (Stop SV) 0.5 mi
  • Bus Oxford Rd Stn (Stop E) 0.6 mi
  • Bus Cheapside (Stop CO) 0.7 mi
  • Train Deansgate 0.2 mi
  • Train Salford Central 0.6 mi
  • Taxi New Bailey Street Taxi Rank 0.5 mi
  • Taxi Manchester taxi service 0.5 mi
Parking
  • Parking Duke Street Car Park - 106 Duke St, Manchester 0.1 mi
  • Parking YHA Manchester - Greater Manchester GB, 36 Potato Wharf, Manchester 0.1 mi
Hotels
  • Manchester YMCA 0.1 mi
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  • Hilton Manchester Deansgate 0.2 mi

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