A red brick versatile event space with large arched windows and corner entrance at esea contemporary.
A gallery space with floor-to-ceiling windows, light wood flooring, and recessed ceiling lights at esea contemporary.
A gallery function room with a wood floor, projector screen, lectern, recessed lighting, and large window at esea contemporary.
A blank canvas gallery with tiled flooring, large illuminated ceiling panels, and plain white walls at esea contemporary.

esea contemporary

Gallery

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esea contemporary, Market Buildings, 13 Thomas Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester, M41EU –
Northern Quarter, Manchester
From £68
hire fee
Up to 75
seats
Up to 90
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Contemporary gallery in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, housed in an award-winning building and dedicated to East and Southeast Asian art. Ideal for creative parties and cultural gatherings with your own music in an inspiring setting.

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

Spaces for hire at esea contemporary

Communal Project Space at esea contemporary
Communal Project Space
Creative Space
·
Shared space
30 seats
60 standing
Book 12 hr. minimum
With its convenient street access and generous windows, the Communal Project Space is an ideal option for pop-up events and activities. This versatile space is available for a limited duration, serving as an intermediary venue between our exhibitions and public programmes. Communal Project Space can accommodate up to 60 guests!
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
from £122 hire fee
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esea Studio at esea contemporary
esea Studio
Function Room
·
Semi-private area
45 seats
60 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
Situated on our lower ground floor, the esea Studio is a purpose built space perfect for workshops, talks, seminars and many other private functions. It is equipped with projector and speakers in situ. The space is fully flexible with a removable partition wall that can be pulled across for breakout sessions or added privacy in meetings. Availabili...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
from £68 hire fee
Enquire now
Gallery at esea contemporary
Gallery
Blank Canvas
·
Semi-private area
75 seats
90 standing
Book 12 hr. minimum
The Gallery has been a premier venue for countless contemporary art exhibitions and grand-scale events. It offers the ideal blank canvas, ready to be transformed according to your creative vision. Space dimension: 8.7m x 13.45m This versatile space is available for a limited duration, serving as an intermediary venue between our exhibitions and...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £122 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.9
Amenities
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Communication
4.5
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LB
Lucy B.
Verified review
Conference · 40 guests · February 2020 · esea Studio
Great communication and the centre staff were lovely and very helpful. The space we used was a great space for the party size.
5.0
DS
Daniel S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
I made an error whilst booking for something else on a friend's computer. The venue responded quickly but I'm alarmed and distressed that tagvenue will still want their booking fee. Please contact Dan on 07715055262
5.0
PS
Pam S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
AB
Ashleigh B.
Verified review
Poor communication
2.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:30 – 17:30
from £68–£122 hire fee per hour
esea Studio
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour
Gallery
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Communal Project Space
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
8:30 – 17:30
from £68–£122 hire fee per hour
esea Studio
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour
Gallery
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Communal Project Space
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
8:30 – 17:30
from £68–£122 hire fee per hour
esea Studio
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour
Gallery
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Communal Project Space
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Thursday
8:30 – 17:30
from £68–£122 hire fee per hour
esea Studio
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour
Gallery
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Communal Project Space
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Friday
8:30 – 17:30
from £68–£122 hire fee per hour
esea Studio
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour
Gallery
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Communal Project Space
9:00 – 17:00
from £122 hire fee per hour
Saturday
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour
esea Studio
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour
Sunday
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour
esea Studio
8:30 – 17:30
from £68 hire fee per hour

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 75
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About esea contemporary

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

esea contemporary is a non-profit gallery specialising in contemporary art by East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) artists and practices.

Venue highlights: The gallery houses flexible exhibition areas configured for multimedia installations and curated displays. An in-house programme includes promoted and ticketed events, and the venue provides onsite catering with halal, extensive vegan and gluten-free options. A lift serves all floors for accessible access.

Best for: Exhibition openings, artist talks and panel discussions, private viewings and cultural receptions.

Location: Northern Quarter. The neighbourhood is a creative hub of independent shops, cafes and late-night bars, providing nearby places for guests to continue socialising after an event.

What guests say: The gallery uses its compact layout efficiently and presents installations and labels clearly, helping events run smoothly in a small footprint.

FAQ

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At esea contemporary, the following catering options are available:

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

esea contemporary does not offer parking facilities.

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

  • esea Studio hosting 40 guests: £164.53

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

esea contemporary is located at esea contemporary, Market Buildings, 13 Thomas Street, in Northern Quarter, Manchester.

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