Menu
The Bridgewater Hall

The Bridgewater Hall

Manchester, Greater Manchester

The contemporary Bridgewater Hall is Manchester’s number one music venue, hosting over 250 performances a year. With such prestige, little wonder that it’s equally celebrated as an eminent space for prominent business functions and lavish weddings.

For the larger corporate event, this place take some beating, with five stunning spaces for hire. Where better for conferences, product launches or exhibitions? The huge Auditorium accommodates up to 1875 delegates in theatre style, with tiered seating over 4 levels. This exalted space is included in the hire of the entire Bridgewater Hall, which gives use of changing and dressing rooms, as well as the smaller rooms.

The Circle Foyer is perfect for receptions, with room for 500 people, and the Barbirolli Room caters for 240 in theatre style. For smaller meetings or training sessions, the Charles Halle Room comfortable seats up to 50, and the Green room, 40. With a venue of this status you can expect the latest in technology and facilities, with a team of technicians on hand throughout your event. A professional team will work meticulously to ensure your corporate function goes without a single hitch.

Looking for an awesome venue for your dream wedding? Well just imagine exchanging your vows in that enormous Auditorium! That can’t fail to impress your guests – and what an incredible backdrop for photographs of your big day! The bright and airy, modern ambience of the Barbirolli Room is well suited for wedding ceremonies, breakfasts and receptions alike. The events team will assist in the preparations for your big day and be on hand to make sure the day itself runs seamlessly. A wide range of menu options are available from the expert in-house Bars and catering team.

Located on Lower Moseley Street in the city centre, the Bridgewater Hall is conveniently close to bus and rail routes, and has good access to the M56 and M6.

The Bridgewater Hall Map
Venue The Bridgewater Hall
Max Capacity 1,875 guests
Address Lower Mosley Street
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M2 3WS

Capacity Overview

Max Capacity
1,875
Reception
500
Theatre
1,875
Dining
240
Dinner & Dance
240
Cabaret
136
Boardroom
34

Featured Event Spaces (5)

The Auditorium - The Bridgewater Hall

The Auditorium

Max Capacity
1,875
Dining
120
More Details

At the heart of The Bridgewater Hall
lies the magnificent Auditorium.
Modern and comfortable, the
Auditorium offers tiered seating over
four levels and a large open platform
with built-in stage lifts for total flexibility.
The Auditorium can be hired as part
of an exclusive Whole Facility rental,
which includes en-suite changing
rooms, warm up rooms and crew
rooms, as well as the Front of House
foyer spaces and smaller function
rooms.

Circle Foyer - The Bridgewater Hall

Circle Foyer

Max Capacity
500
Dining
240
Dinner & Dance
240
More Details

This bright, glass-fronted foyer has
views across Manchester city centre,
and is a beautiful backdrop for
receptions, dinners, exhibitions and
networking events. A versatile and light
space, it is also popular as a location
for photography and filming.
Used in conjunction with the
Barbirolli room, it provides a spacious
registration and catering area adjacent
to the main conference, and can
also be used for workshops and
breakout sessions.

The Barbirolli Room - The Bridgewater Hall

The Barbirolli Room

Max Capacity
250
Theatre
250
Dining
170
Dinner & Dance
120
Cabaret
136
More Details

Impressive high ceilings, stunning full
length windows, and modern bright
décor make this room the perfect space
for a range of events.
The layout is very versatile and can be
arranged to suit a variety of conference
set ups, with a moveable partition wall
that can be put in place for smaller
numbers. High quality technical facilities
are available and can be hired as a
package with technical assistance.
The room can be used in conjunction
with the adjacent foyer spaces, which
offer the ideal breakout area for
registration, catering and networking.

Charles Halle Room - The Bridgewater Hall

Charles Halle Room

Max Capacity
50
Theatre
50
Dining
40
Cabaret
32
Boardroom
34
More Details

Situated on the ground floor, close to
the main entrance, this room is easily
accessible and a popular choice
for seminars and training sessions.
An adjacent foyer space is included in
the hire for registration and catering.

The Green Room - The Bridgewater Hall

The Green Room

Max Capacity
40
Theatre
40
Dining
30
Cabaret
24
Boardroom
18
More Details

Our smallest meeting room, the Green
room works perfectly for meetings,
seminars, workshops and small
receptions or dinners. Located back of
house, it offers an exciting glimpse into
life backstage.

Key Features

  • AV Equipment
  • Disability Access
  • In-house Catering
  • Licensed Bar
  • Local Public Transport
  • Music Licence
  • Wi-Fi Access