Event Spaces & Function Rooms
The Cotton Sheds
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About The Cotton Sheds
900 Banquet
1650 Theatre
2500 Standing / Reception
720 Cabaret
The Cotton Sheds sprawl across 4,533 square meters of raw Manchester history, where original red brick walls and towering steel pillars create one of the city's most versatile event spaces. We've watched these former textile storage halls transform into everything from tech conferences for 1,650 delegates to pulsing concerts for 2,500 guests, and each event reveals new possibilities within these industrial walls. The space divides naturally into distinct sections, with each shed offering its own character. Shed A has become particularly sought-after, having welcomed global brands like Nike and Heineken for their product launches. The bar and reception areas flow seamlessly between the sheds, while our VIP mezzanine provides an elevated perspective over the main floor, perfect for sponsors or special guests who want to remain part of the energy below. Our technical setup matches the scale of the space. The PA system fills every corner with crystal-clear sound, while our lighting options range from subtle washes that highlight the architectural features to dynamic patterns that transform the atmosphere completely. Projection screens and AV equipment come as standard, and our technical team works alongside you to create exactly the environment your event needs. The in-house catering team understands how to feed crowds without compromising quality. Whether you need working lunches for a conference, canapés for a product launch, or a three-course dinner for 900, they handle halal, vegan, and gluten-free requirements as standard. Our alcohol licence runs until 1am, with extensions available when your celebration needs to continue into the early hours. Near Old Trafford, transport connections work brilliantly for large numbers, with on-site parking and full wheelchair accessibility throughout. The Cotton Sheds offer Manchester's most adaptable canvas for events that need both scale and character.
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Prices
Flat rate | from £12,320
Mon – Sun07:00 - 00:00from £12,320 hire fee
Amenities
Speakers
Air conditioning
DJ facilities
Live band facilities
Entertainment license
Dance floor
Evening reception facilities
Free parking on premise
Microphone
Breakout spaces (shared)
Wireless Internet Access
Accessibility
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
Velopark · 3 minutes
Exchange Quay · 5 minutes
Manchester United FC · 5 minutes
Piccadilly · 6 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:7:00 am - Midnight
Tuesday:7:00 am - Midnight
Wednesday:7:00 am - Midnight
Thursday:7:00 am - Midnight
Friday:7:00 am - Midnight
Saturday:7:00 am - Midnight
Sunday:7:00 am - Midnight
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