A red brick versatile event space with large industrial-style windows on a corner at The Burgess Foundation.
An event space with exposed brick walls, red chairs in rows, and a projection screen at The Burgess Foundation.
An event space with exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and theater-style seating at The Burgess Foundation.
An event space with exposed brick walls, red cushioned chairs, and a projector screen at The Burgess Foundation.

The Burgess Foundation

Event Venue

#9 of 108 Filming Location venues in Manchester
#17 of 89 Live Music venues in Manchester City Centre
  9 reviews  – 
3 Cambridge Street, Manchester, M1 5BY –
Manchester City Centre
From £210
hire fee
Up to 100
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue doesn't offer catering
Parking available
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Ian Carrington
Your Personal Event Manager from International Anthony Burgess Foundation
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Response time: Within 12 hours
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Excellent communication - 5/5
5 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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Venue overview

Housed in a converted Victorian mill, The Burgess Foundation in Manchester combines industrial charm with an Anthony Burgess archive and exhibition space. Perfect for private parties, intimate performances, or creative gatherings, with expert AV support and an on-site bar enhancing the experience.

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

Spaces for hire at The Burgess Foundation

Engine Room at The Burgess Foundation
Engine Room
Event Space
·
Private space
100 seats
100 standing
This is our one main room, a converted mill space that once housed the machinery of the industrial revolution, and now hosts conferences, workshops and away-days for The British Council, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester City Council and much more, along with numerous literature, comedy and classical music events. Our bar space is di...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
from £210 hire fee
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Reviews and ratings

4.9
2 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
4 recent guests highly rated cleanliness, service quality and catering
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.8
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.
AS
Arabella S.
Verified review
Meeting · 100 guests · June 2026 · Engine Room
It was beautiful, easy location, lovely team 10/10
Nothing!!
5.0
JW
Jennifer W.
Verified review
Conference · 50 guests · May 2026 · Engine Room
Beautiful space, perfect for our book event. Ian and the rest of the staff were helpful, friendly, and accommodating both before the day and during the event itself. I really appreciated having an expert AV technician on hand all day. Very convenient to also have a cafe/bar on-site.
I honestly can't think of anything I'd change!
4.8
OC
Olivia C.
Verified review
Conference · 50 guests · January 2025 · Engine Room
From the booking process to leaving the venue after the event, the whole team were fantastic. As with most events, there were some amendments to the details along the way and they handled them so well. On the night, we could relax knowing our sound and lighting were looked after by such a professional team. The space was perfect for us, fitting in all of our attendees without feeling too cavernous. We loved the industrial vibes (and it wasn't cold in the dead of winter which was a bonus. We would 100% use the Anthony Burgess Foundation again, and I would urge you to do the same.
5.0
AS
Arabella S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Engine Room
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Tuesday
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Engine Room
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Wednesday
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Engine Room
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Thursday
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Engine Room
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Friday
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Engine Room
9:00 – 22:30
from £210–£400 hire fee
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £460 hire fee per day
Engine Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £460 hire fee per day
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00
from £460 hire fee per day
Engine Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £460 hire fee per day

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 100
standing
Up to 100
seats
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Burgess Foundation

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

The Burgess Foundation is a cultural centre that pairs the Anthony Burgess archive and exhibition with a compact live performance venue housed in a converted Victorian mill.

Venue highlights: The Burgess Foundation combines an archive-led exhibition area and a compact performance space supported by an on-site café and a licensed bar. The venue runs promoted and ticketed events and maintains front-of-house operations to manage admissions and hospitality for hires. The exhibition and archive provide a cultural backdrop for private bookings while staff handle practical event support.

Best for: Author talks and book launches, intimate concerts and acoustic performances, small conferences and literary workshops.

Location: Cambridge Street sits in a former mill quarter of converted Victorian warehouses where nearby cafés, bars and cultural venues provide options for after-event gatherings.

What guests say: The venue's staff provide friendly, well-organised front-of-house support for private bookings. The performance area offers an intimate, welcoming atmosphere that works well for readings and small concerts.

FAQ

Yes, clients are welcome to bring in food.

Yes. The bar would open in any case, and guests can buy drinks from the bar.

No. We offer drinks catering (please ask for a quote), but we do not offer food catering and can recommend trusted local suppliers.

Yes, hire includes use of the venue A/V, including a full sound system and a projector/screen, and a venue manager to assist.

At The Burgess Foundation, the following catering options are available:

  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Burgess Foundation:

  • Engine Room hosting 30 guests: £430

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

The Burgess Foundation is located at 3 Cambridge Street, in Manchester City Centre.

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