The Wayfarer

Pub

#1 of 167 Birthday Party venues in City Centre
#1 of 150 Engagement Party venues in City Centre
  16 reviews  – 
1-3 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JN
Northern Quarter, Manchester
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Spaces for hire at The Wayfarer

The Wayfarer
Function Room
·
Private space
80 seats
80 standing
The Wayfarer features a fully equipped bar downstairs, making it an excellent choice for private parties. The ambiance is enhanced by classic leather booths, dim lighting, and wooden paneled walls, all set against elegant wooden floors. This combination creates an exclusive atmosphere that adds a touch of classic vibe to any event. Whether you'r...

Alcohol licence until 1:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £100 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
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1-3 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JN
Public transportation
Parking
Hotels
Public transportation
  • Bus Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN 0.2 mi
  • Bus Turner Street (Stop NZ) 0.2 mi
  • Bus The Unicorn (Stop CB) 0.2 mi
  • Train Manchester Victoria 0.4 mi
  • Train Manchester Piccadilly 0.5 mi
  • Taxi Manchester taxi service 0.7 mi
  • Taxi Get Black Cab 0.7 mi
Parking
  • Parking The City Warehouse Aparthotel - 33a Spear St, Manchester 0.1 mi
  • Parking Euro Car Parks - 77 Oldham Rd, Manchester 0.1 mi
Hotels
  • The City Warehouse ApartHotel 0.1 mi
  • Ancoats House - Aparthotel 0.1 mi
  • Swan Street Town House 0.1 mi
  • Milkytea Rooms 0.1 mi

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
The Wayfarer
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
The Wayfarer
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
The Wayfarer
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
The Wayfarer
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £100 min. spend
The Wayfarer
12:00 – 2:00
from £100 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £100 min. spend
The Wayfarer
12:00 – 2:00
from £100 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
The Wayfarer
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 4 verified users

Facilities and catering options

Up to 80
standing
Up to 80
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
In-house catering
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol

Reviews and ratings

7 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
7 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0
RH
Rowenna H.
November 2024
Party · 50 guests
Such a great venue - would really recommend!!
5.0
MW
Megan W.
October 2024
Pub · 40 guests
Staff were very helpful and friendly, venue was perfect and we all had a lovely time! Would definitely recommend/ book again
5.0
CJ
Charlie J.
October 2024
Birthday Party · 50 guests
Great event space and the staff were all very friendly!
5.0
OW
Olivia W.
October 2024
Engagement Party · 25 guests
We had the most wonderful party downstairs in the private room. The staff could not have been more accommodating and friendly.
5.0

About The Wayfarer

Situated on the border between the Northern Quarter and Ancoats, The Wayfarer is a contemporary pub with a traditional vibe, cocktails, live music, and DJs in the later hours.

The space features a full bar downstairs that's perfect for private parties.

The Wayfarer is ideal for any special events you have planned, with a fully stocked bar, options for DJs/your own music, and incredible staff that are ready to help.

Birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, or any function you have in mind are welcome, with a capacity of up to 80 people.

Packages are tailored to each enquiry to help you get the most out of your event.

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.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 3 months from the original date, at no cost.

At The Wayfarer, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

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

  • The Wayfarer hosting 15 guests: £500

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

The Wayfarer is located at 1-3 Swan Street, in the Ancoats district of Manchester.