Event Spaces & Function Rooms
The Platform
·205212
About The Platform
500 Standing / Reception
500 Seated
The Platform stretches across 500 square metres of raw industrial space, where original railway arches frame your event with authentic Manchester character. We've kept the exposed brick walls and steel beams that once watched freight trains thunder through, now witnessing everything from product launches to award ceremonies. Your guests enter through the main floor, where our massive central bar runs the length of the space, keeping drinks flowing without anyone missing the action. The impressive stage anchors one end, equipped with professional lighting rigs and a large LED screen that brings presentations to life or sets the mood with custom visuals. Those colourful translucent panels you'll notice aren't just decoration, they transform the atmosphere as evening falls, casting warm hues across the industrial framework. We've designed The Platform to handle 500 guests whether you're planning a standing reception or seated dinner. The raised section gives your VIPs or speakers elevated views across the entire space, while maintaining that connection to the energy below. Our technical team manages everything from conference presentations to live band performances, with a dedicated dressing room tucked behind the stage for speakers, performers or your event coordinators who need a quiet moment. The acoustics work brilliantly here, those curved railway arches naturally amplifying sound without creating echo chambers. During corporate events, we configure the space for clear sightlines to the stage and screen. For parties, the layout opens up into one flowing space where guests move naturally between the bar, dance floor and quieter conversation areas. Just minutes from Manchester Piccadilly station, your attendees can step off the train and into an event that feels worlds away from typical conference venues. The industrial bones of this space tell Manchester's story while our modern amenities ensure your event runs smoothly from first arrival to final farewell.
Response rate:97%
Response time:within an hour
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Prices
Flat rate | from £16,800
Mon – SunAll Dayfrom £16,800 hire fee
Amenities
Ticketing event possible
Security staff
Event Coordinator
Cloakroom
Smoking area
Outside space
Speakers
Air conditioning
DJ facilities
Live band facilities
Entertainment license
Dance floor
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
Manchester Piccadilly · 4 minutes
Manchester Oxford Road · 12 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:All Day
Tuesday:All Day
Wednesday:All Day
Thursday:All Day
Friday:All Day
Saturday:All Day
Sunday:All Day
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Response rate:97%
Response time:within an hour