The Thomas Worthington Room, Manchester

The Memorial Hall welcomes you with soaring ceilings and classic wood paneling that tells the story of Manchester's civic heritage. We've preserved the original architectural features while adding everything modern meetings need, creating a space where history and functionality work together perfectly. Natural light pours through tall windows overlooking the bustling square, though our blackout blinds give you complete control when presentations demand focus. The room adapts effortlessly to your requirements, whether you're arranging 100 delegates theatre-style, hosting 98 for a formal dinner, or creating a more collaborative atmosphere with 45 around our boardroom setup. For training sessions, we can accommodate 60 in classroom formation, while U-shaped arrangements work brilliantly for 30 participants. Our technical setup includes everything you'd expect: projector, screen, PA system with wireless microphones, and Bluetooth connectivity for seamless presentations. The acoustics in this historic space are exceptional, carrying voices clearly without echo or distortion. We've installed modern climate control throughout, keeping everyone comfortable regardless of the season or group size. Our dedicated events team manages all the practical details. The private staffed bar serves refreshments during breaks, while the cloakroom keeps coats and bags secure. Full disabled access via lift ensures everyone can join your event comfortably. Our in-house catering delivers everything from working lunches to formal dinners, with menus tailored to your preferences and dietary requirements. You'll find us right in Manchester's civic quarter, with Victoria and Piccadilly stations both within walking distance. Metrolink stops nearby, and there's ample parking in the surrounding streets and car parks. The Town Hall's iconic clock tower serves as a perfect landmark for directing guests to our entrance.

The grand windows of our wedding space frame Manchester Town Hall perfectly, creating a stunning backdrop for your special day. We welcome up to 180 guests in this remarkable room within the historic Memorial Hall, where original Victorian architecture meets thoughtful restoration. Natural light pours through those magnificent windows throughout the day, catching the gold details of our chairs and warming the rich parquet floors beneath your feet. Our couples often comment on how the space transforms from afternoon ceremony to evening celebration. The flexible layout works beautifully whether you're planning long banquet tables for a traditional wedding breakfast or prefer the intimacy of round tables for eight. We dress each table in crisp white linens, and the curated collection of framed photographs along the walls adds character without overwhelming your own decorative vision. Getting here couldn't be easier for your guests. We're right in Manchester's civic quarter, with trams, buses and trains all within walking distance. The convenience extends inside too, with our private lift ensuring elderly relatives or guests with mobility needs can join your celebration comfortably. Your wedding party will appreciate the dedicated cloakrooms, and we maintain full disabled access throughout. The Memorial Hall building itself brings such presence to wedding photography. Those Grade II-listed architectural details, from the ornate ceiling work to the period features, create endless opportunities for memorable shots. When evening arrives, the warm lighting transforms the space into something quite magical, particularly as the city lights begin to twinkle through those spectacular windows. While the Albert Square Chop House has closed, this beautiful space continues hosting weddings under The Fountain House management, maintaining the same attention to detail and service that made this venue so beloved for Manchester celebrations.

Step through the grand doors of The Albert Square Chop House and discover our restaurant, where Manchester's Memorial Hall reveals its most atmospheric dining space. Rich mahogany furnishings and leather-upholstered booths line the exposed brick walls, creating intimate corners within this impressive room that welcomes up to 80 guests for boardroom gatherings or standing receptions. We've preserved the industrial heritage of this Grade II-listed building, with original ductwork crossing the ceiling and pendant lamps casting warm pools of light across crisp white table linens. The contrast works brilliantly, particularly when daylight streams through our tall windows, illuminating the careful restoration work throughout the space. Our long communal tables run through the centre of the room, perfect for corporate dinners where conversation flows as freely as the wine. The booth seating offers something more private, ideal for business discussions over lunch or celebratory dinners where groups want their own space within the buzz of the main room. We've found this flexibility serves our guests well, whether they're hosting product launches, company celebrations, or milestone birthday parties. The restaurant's position in Manchester's civic quarter puts you moments from the Town Hall, with excellent transport connections making it simple for guests to reach us. The space transforms beautifully from bright, productive daytime meetings to atmospheric evening gatherings, with our team adjusting the lighting and table arrangements to suit your specific requirements. Every detail speaks to the building's remarkable history while providing the comfort and facilities modern diners expect. The exposed brickwork tells its own story, while our gleaming glassware and thoughtfully planned table settings ensure your event runs flawlessly from first course to final toast.

Stepping into The Memorial Hall feels like discovering Manchester's best-kept secret for celebrations. We've watched countless events unfold here, from intimate wedding receptions to bustling corporate gatherings, each one bringing this Grade II-listed space to life in its own unique way. The first thing that catches your eye is our grand staircase, a proper showstopper that sets the scene before your guests even reach the main floor. Natural light pours through the tall windows during daytime events, while come evening, our adjustable LED system transforms the space into whatever atmosphere you're after. The original parquet flooring has hosted everything from first dances to product launches, its timeless character adding warmth to every occasion. We've thought carefully about what makes events run smoothly. Our private bar means your guests won't queue alongside restaurant diners, and with our Bluetooth music system integrated throughout the space, your carefully curated playlist reaches every corner. Need to show a presentation or wedding video? The projector and screen are ready to go, complete with microphone and sound system for speeches that everyone can actually hear. The Memorial Hall adapts brilliantly to different setups. We can accommodate 148 guests for cocktail receptions, seat 98 for formal dinners, or arrange theatre-style seating for 100. Corporate clients particularly appreciate our boardroom configuration for 60, while wedding parties often opt for cabaret-style rounds. Private restrooms and a dedicated cloakroom mean your guests stay comfortable throughout. You'll find us right on Albert Square, with Manchester Town Hall as your backdrop for photos. Trams, buses and trains all stop nearby, making it simple for guests travelling from across the city or further afield. Our events team knows this space inside out, having coordinated everything from milestone birthdays to company celebrations within these historic walls.

Step into The Restaurant, where Manchester's Memorial Hall reveals its most atmospheric dining space. We've preserved every detail of this Grade II-listed treasure, from the exposed brick walls that tell stories of the civic quarter's past to the warm wooden beams overhead. The room opens up before you with its generous proportions, welcoming up to 80 guests for seated celebrations or 100 for standing receptions. Natural light pours through our tall windows during daytime events, while come evening, our carefully positioned lighting creates an intimate glow across the leather-upholstered chairs and polished wooden tables. We've arranged the space to encourage conversation and movement, with plenty of room between tables for guests to mingle comfortably. The original architectural features provide the perfect backdrop for birthday parties, corporate celebrations, or any gathering where good food and company matter most. Our well-appointed bar anchors one end of the room, stocked with carefully selected wines and spirits that complement any celebration. The open layout means your bartender can serve guests efficiently while maintaining the social flow of your event. We've added contemporary touches through our rotating artwork displays and fresh floral arrangements, bringing colour and life to the historic brick and timber. Getting here couldn't be easier, with Manchester's civic quarter transport links right on our doorstep. The space includes everything practical you might need, from cloakroom facilities to disabled access via our private lift. Our events team works closely with you to configure the room exactly as you envision, whether that's long banquet tables for a formal dinner or cocktail-style arrangements for a livelier party atmosphere. The Restaurant offers that rare combination of heritage character and modern functionality, creating memorable celebrations in the heart of Manchester.

The Thomas Worthington Room greets you with sunlight streaming through grand windows that frame Manchester's civic quarter below. We've carefully preserved the character of this Grade II-listed space while adding contemporary touches that make your events truly special. Dark wood floors anchor the room, their rich patina complementing neutral walls where we rotate artwork from local Manchester artists. For seated dinners, we arrange round tables dressed in crisp white linens, each topped with fresh seasonal flowers from our regular florist just down the road. The gold-accented chairs catch the light beautifully, especially during those golden hour celebrations we love hosting here. We can configure the space to suit your exact needs, whether that's 50 guests mingling with cocktails at a reception, 38 enjoying a formal banquet, or 30 colleagues gathered for a presentation in theatre style. For board meetings, we create an intimate setting for 18, while cabaret arrangements work perfectly for 20 guests who want to mix dining with entertainment. Through an archway, you'll discover our intimate bar corner, complete with a worn leather armchair that's become a favourite spot for pre-dinner drinks. Our bartenders craft everything from classic G&Ts to bespoke cocktails using spirits from Manchester distilleries. The small bar means service stays personal, with our team remembering guests' preferences throughout the evening. Transport couldn't be simpler, with tram stops and bus routes converging just minutes away. Our position in Manchester's civic quarter puts you at the heart of the city, with the Town Hall's Gothic spires visible from those spectacular windows. Whether you're planning a milestone birthday, corporate reception, or intimate wedding celebration, the Thomas Worthington Room brings together historic architecture and modern hospitality in a space that feels both grand and welcoming.