Victorian Galleries at Manchester Art Gallery

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Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3JL
Chinatown, Manchester

About this space

The lavish Victorian and Pre-Raphaelite Galleries are versatile and an unparalleled event space in Manchester. An array of highly detailed, gloriously colourful paintings, designs and crafts are displayed within these stunning galleries.

The perfect location for pre dinner drinks or private drinks receptions for up to 300 guests.
Dining can take place in Galleries 9 and 10, with a capacity to seat up to 80.

Guests may also enjoy a guided tour of the vast collections and diverse temporary exhibitions.


Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Make this years Christmas party a night to remember with a Christmas party against the stunning backdrop of Manchester Art Gallery. Combining festive fun with timeless elegance, our exclusive party nights offer something a little bit different and can be tailored to suit your needs and budget. From the Victorian splendor of our historic galleries, evoking Christmas past, to our glass Atrium, which transforms in to a disco later on, our atmospheric venue offers a unique experience for your guests.
Where else can you drink and mingle in such magnificence, surrounded by some of the world’s most recognisable artworks then dance the night away to Christmas disco classics? In between, you can choose from a range of menus from canapés or bowl food to traditional festive three course meals.
Christmas Party Package (Up to 350 guests)
£30 per person
This package includes:
• Hire of the Galleries (6-11pm)
• 3 canapés per person
• 2 glasses of fizz or festive cocktails per person
• PA system
• Uplighters

Additional hours, per hour, from 23.00-01.00 at £650.00
Christmas Dinner Package (Up to 90 guests)
£110 per person
This package includes:
• Hire of the Galleries and Atrium (6-11pm)
• Arrival drink (fizz or festive cocktail)
• Half a bottle of wine at dinner
• 3 course festive meal
• PA system in Galleries and Atrium
• Uplighters

Additional hours, per hour, from 23.00-01.00 at £650.00

Prices

Monday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat
3 course dinner from £42.50 per person +vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Tuesday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat
3 course dinner from £42.50 per person +vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Wednesday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat
3 course dinner from £42.50 per person +vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Thursday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat
3 course dinner from £42.50 per person +vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Friday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat
3 course dinner from £42.50 per person +vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Saturday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat
3 course dinner from £42.50 per person +vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Sunday
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £450.00 + vat.


Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Canapes from £7.50 per person + vat
Bowl food from £18.00 per person + vat
3 course dinner from £42.50 per person +vat

Sparkling wine from £24.50 per bottle + vat
House wine from £18.00 per bottle + vat
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Capacity

Standing
up to 350
Dining
up to 90

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled access toilets
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Evening hire is generally from 6pm with access to set up from 5pm once the gallery closes
Hire is available until 1am
We are located approx. one mile from Piccadilly train station and the nearest tram stop is just across the road at St Peters Square.
We don't have on site parking but we do have a 20% discount at a local NCP
We can help make recommendations for suppliers, from hotels to entertainment, equipment to event planners.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Beautiful architecture. Light filled spaces. Home to one of the country's finest collections of art, design and fashion.

Manchester Art Gallery is an inspired choice for private events, weddings, business meetings, networking sessions and conferences.

Located in the heart of the city centre, the gallery provides a perfect backdrop to extraordinary events.

With facilities ranging from a purpose built lecture room to on-site catering, and with our team ready to tailor packages to suit your needs, hosting your event at Manchester Art Gallery is hassle free.


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