Event Spaces & Function Rooms
First Floor Hire
·214046
About First Floor Hire
30 Boardroom
20 Classroom
120 Theatre
30 U-Shaped
Taking over the entire first floor transforms your event into something more substantial than a typical meeting room booking. The First Floor Hire opens up possibilities for corporate seminars, team workshops, and networking gatherings that need room to breathe and grow throughout the day. The glass roof floods the space with Manchester daylight, creating an atmosphere where ideas flow naturally. We've configured the minimalist furniture to work in multiple layouts, supporting theatre presentations for 120 guests, classroom training for 20, boardroom discussions for 30, or U-shaped setups for collaborative workshops. The colourful chairs and sleek tables move easily, letting you reshape the space between sessions. Two mobile 48-inch HD screens roll wherever you need them, paired with our Poly G7500 conferencing system that includes an HD camera built into the soundbar. The Lenovo Play touch panels make controlling everything straightforward, while high-speed Wi-Fi handles multiple devices without dropping connections. Power and charging stations are positioned throughout, so laptops and phones stay running all day. The communal kitchen becomes a natural gathering point during breaks, with casual seating and its own 55-inch screen for informal presentations or displaying event information. This breakout area encourages those spontaneous conversations that often prove more valuable than scheduled networking slots. The open foyer provides additional mingling space, while lift access to all floors ensures everyone can participate comfortably. Portland Street puts you in Manchester's innovation district, with Oxford Road and Deansgate stations both within a 10-minute walk. Teams travelling from London or Birmingham appreciate the easy connections. You're welcome to bring external caterers who know the space well, and the acoustics handle background music without overwhelming conversation. The Grade II listed building adds character while our contemporary fit-out provides the functionality modern events demand.
Response rate:99%
Response time:within an hour
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Prices
Flat rate | from £2,688
Mon – Fri09:00 - 17:00from £2,688 hire fee
Sat – SunClosed
Amenities
Ticketing event possible
Cloakroom
Speakers
Air conditioning
DJ facilities
Reception
Wireless Internet Access
Whiteboards
Conferencing Phone
Accessibility
Flipchart
Projector/TV/Screen
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
Manchester Oxford Road · 3 minutes
Manchester Piccadilly · 9 minutes
Deansgate · 8 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed
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