SOCIAL EVENT VENUES

From an awards ceremony for 450 in the Great Nave at The Monastery Manchester, to a gala dinner for 750 directly under the wings of the world famous Concorde at the Concorde Conference Centre; Manchester has a selection of venues that can cater for banqueting events for 300+ delegates.

Hilton Manchester Deansgate

Situated within the lower 23 floors of the stunning 47-storey Beetham Tower, this contemporary hotel presents an iconic landmark on Manchester's impressive skyline.

Just 25 minutes from Manchester Airport, this modern hotel offers stunning views from floor-to-ceiling windows of Manchester's constantly changing cityscape.

Host a business meeting in one of eleven contemporary meeting rooms for up to 600 delegates. Stay connected with WiFi access in the fully equipped business centre or upgrade to an Executive Room or Suite for Executive Lounge access including free continental breakfast, canapés, drinks and complimentary high-speed Internet access.

Catch up with colleagues at Podium Bar and indulge in a delicious meal before savouring cool evening cocktails at Cloud 23. With its contemporary design, superb drinks menu and stylish soundtrack, Cloud 23 has an atmosphere like no other. Work out in the hotels LivingWell gym, refresh in the steam room or sauna and rejuvenate with a range of spa treatments at the hotel's fabulous Spa 303. Delegates can also enjoy the 20-metre indoor pool with underwater viewing panels or unwind in the poolside whirlpool.

For more information: www.manchesterdeansgate.hilton.com

Bolton Whites Hotel & Events

Bolton Whites Hotel is the perfect choice for conferences and events, from small board meetings through to exhibitions and large scale concerts; the venue can accommodate it all. With over 50 meeting and events suites, the flexible venue is capable of holding up to 3,000 delegates.

The hotel offers 125 modern and spacious bedrooms, with many overlooking the Macron Stadium, home to Bolton Wanderers Football Club. The hotel is also home to Michelin star chef Paul Heathcote and his team, who cater for all aspects of the venue, including two onsite restaurants.

The hotel is situated less than a minute from the M61 motorway and within easy reach of Manchester city centre. Bolton Whites Hotel offers complimentary car parking, with over 2,500 spaces and free of charge WiFi throughout the venue.

For more information: www.boltonwhiteshotel.co.uk

Concorde Conference Centre

The Concorde Conference Centre offers a unique opportunity for your event or special celebration to take place directly under the wings of the world famous Concorde. This, coupled with equally memorable hospitality, ensures your event will live long in the memory of your guests.

You'll find over 1,600 square metres of flexible space, holding up to 750 guests. This provides the ideal location for corporate events, product launches, gala dinners, team building events and much more.

An experienced event team will be with you every step of the way to ensure complete peace of mind, throughout the planning stages and on the day itself.

For more information: www.manchesterairport.co.uk

Manchester Cathedral

Offering an oasis amidst the bustle of the city, Manchester Cathedral and its conference centre offer some of the most impressive and breath-taking spaces in England.

The Cathedral with its centuries-old architecture and medieval interior can accommodate up to 1,100 people, and is matched only by its awe-inspiring presence. The connecting rooms, chapels and library offer the same atmospheric environment on a smaller scale.

In contrast the adjacent Cathedral conference facilities offer two modern conference rooms, which are ideal for training courses and meetings, having state-of-the-art equipment, plasma TV's and natural daylight on all sides. Catering in the Cathedral is provided on a bespoke basis, and can accommodate anything from grand banquets to drinks and canapé receptions.

For more information: www.events.manchestercathedral.org

Manchester United Football Club

Old Trafford is quite simply Manchester's most iconic and inspirational conference and events venue and the perfect stage for your next event.

With a maximum capacity of 1,100, the Theatre of Dreams boasts a range of 24 blank canvas suites, 154 meeting rooms and expansive outdoor space allowing the flexibility to cater for a wide range of events, from large conferences, AGMs and exhibitions to product launches, road shows and seminars.

Located just ten minutes from Manchester City Centre, Old Trafford is easily accessible with excellent transport links via road, rail, tram or air. We provide dedicated event co-ordinators to support your event requirements, free parking to all delegates, excellent AV facilities, free Wi-Fi and a wide range of catering options all prepared by our in-house chefs. There is also the option to include the award-winning Museum & Stadium Tour for your delegates. For a leading conference and events experience in Manchester, look no further than Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United.

For more information: www.manutd.com

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel is a 4 star venue boasting some of the largest and most flexible meeting spaces in the heart of Manchester city centre.

Whether you are looking to hold a large conference, event or smaller meeting. Natural daylight, complimentary WiFi throughout, flexible break out areas and a dedicated meeting host all come within the package to ensure that your event runs smoothly.

The hotel has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment including a fully refurbished ballroom and 280 modern bedrooms which are the perfect space for delegates to relax post-event. Meeting planners can take advantage of the loyalty programme, Le Club Meetings, available to all meeting agents and corporate companies organising events and conferences of any size. Located just a five minute walk from Piccadilly Railway Station, ten minutes from major motorway links and just over nine miles from Manchester Airport the hotel has secure on-site car parking available.

For more information: www.mercuremanchester.co.uk

The Mere Golf Resort and Spa

The 81 bedroom hotel includes ten suites and expansive conference and banqueting facilities for up to 550 guests.

There is also an award-winning Spa & Health Club with a 20-metre indoor pool and thermal zone, which is surrounded by an 18 hole Championship golf course and the Cheshire countryside.

The contemporary meeting and event facilities can accommodate conferences, business meetings, exhibitions, team building events and formal dinners, with a wide range of suites and meeting rooms available. The James Braid Suite, which is perfect for an exclusive event, holding up to 550 delegates for a reception or dinner and has stunning views of the Mere lake. The George Duncan Suite can accommodate up to 200 delegates theatre style and has its own bar, lounge area and connecting syndicate room.

The Mere Golf Resort and Spa have been awarded several awards:

  • Winner of Marketing Tourism Project of the Year 2014
  • Winner at Cheshire Life Food & Drink Awards 2014
  • TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award
  • 5 Bubbles for quality and service from the Good Spa Guide

For more information: www.themereresort.co.uk

The Monastery Manchester

Manchester's magnificent Monastery is Pugin's architectural masterpiece. It sits alongside the Taj Mahal and the ancient ruins of Pompeii as having been listed in the 100 most endangered sites in the world, with a rich heritage that should never be lost.

Following a £6.5 million restoration scheme, this hidden treasure has taken its place as one of the UK's most inspiring venues for any corporate, social or cultural occasions. The Monastery won the UK's most unique venue award in 2012 & 2013 for its amazing creative space.

It leads the way in hosting a variety of banqueting events such as awards ceremonies, Gala dinners, graduation balls and weddings. Along with the Great Nave there are seven atmospheric Friary Rooms which are light and spacious, providing exceptional meeting, training and seminar spaces, giving conference space from six boardroom to 650 theatre style. The team at The Monastery strive to exceed expectation, from initial enquiry stage to the seamless running of your event.

For more information: www.themonastery.co.uk