Event Spaces & Function Rooms
The Basement
·159595
About The Basement
175 Standing / Reception
The brick walls of our basement tell stories from Manchester's textile past, now echoing with music and laughter from the parties we host below The Whiskey Jar. This Northern Quarter hideaway transforms from industrial relic to party headquarters when you descend our stairs into The Basement. We've kept the original mill features that make this space special, exposed brickwork meeting white subway tiles behind our private bar. The dark wooden floors have felt the rhythm of countless celebrations, from 30-person birthday gatherings to 175-guest wedding receptions filling every corner. Our tufted leather booths offer refuge for those catching their breath, though we find most parties eventually take over the entire floor once our sound system kicks in. Speaking of sound, we've installed professional DJ equipment that turns The Basement into your own private club. Bring your playlist or book one of our recommended DJs who know exactly how to work this space. The stage area, backed by clean white tiles, becomes a focal point whether you're hosting live music or corporate presentations. Our private bar comes fully stocked, drawing from the 350-plus whiskies upstairs. We create signature cocktails for events or arrange tasting sessions that get conversations flowing. The pendant lights cast just the right glow across the bar's subway tiles, creating that perfect party atmosphere without any extra decoration needed. Corporate events find the space adaptable, birthday parties love the underground vibe, and wedding receptions appreciate how the industrial character needs minimal dressing. Transport links nearby mean your guests reach us easily, important when you're partying until our 2am Thursday or 4am weekend licenses allow. We handle the technical setup, stock your bar preferences, and arrange the space to suit your numbers. You focus on celebrating in one of Manchester's most characterful party venues.
Response rate:95%
Response time:within an hour
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Prices
Minimum spend | from £2,240
Mon – SunAll Dayfrom £2,240 minimum spend
Flat rate | from £280
Mon – SunAll Dayfrom £280 hire fee
Amenities
Speakers
Air conditioning
DJ facilities
Live band facilities
Dance floor
Microphone
Breakout spaces (shared)
Wireless Internet Access
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
Oldham Mumps · 4 minutes
Parkway · 6 minutes
Manchester Piccadilly · 5 minutes
Market Street · 5 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:All Day
Tuesday:All Day
Wednesday:All Day
Thursday:All Day
Friday:All Day
Saturday:All Day
Sunday:All Day
From £280
Response rate:95%
Response time:within an hour
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